One-of-a-kind
KeshanHand KnottedRug
Brown / Orange242 x 360 cm

Name: Keshan
Brand: Rugvista
SKU: NNST689
Availability: LimitedAvailability
Rating: 4.8 (6 reviews)

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Keshan - A Sophisticated Floral Masterpiece

This stunning, one-of-a-kind Keshan rug brings a sense of refined elegance to your home, featuring intricate floral artistry and a rich, traditional aesthetic that makes every space feel curated.

This magnificent Keshan rug serves as a sophisticated centrepiece, grounding your room with its timeless floral motifs and balanced composition. The soft, dense pile offers a tactile richness underfoot, providing both warmth and sound absorption that enhances the comfort of your living space.

The intricate design features a central medallion surrounded by a delicate lattice of vines and blossoms, all rendered with precision. Because this is a one-of-a-kind piece, you are acquiring a work of art that exists nowhere else, ensuring your home reflects a truly unique aesthetic that cannot be replicated.

Originating from a region renowned for its deep weaving heritage, this rug showcases a level of detail that draws the eye and invites closer inspection. The interplay of soft, muted tones across the field allows it to integrate seamlessly with various interior styles, from classic arrangements to more contemporary settings.

Owning this rug means investing in a piece with genuine character that will stand the test of time. Its substantial construction provides a durable surface that retains its beauty through years of daily life, making it a reliable and cherished addition to any room in your home.

The Keshan rug tradition originates from the historic city of Kashan, a desert oasis in the Middle East that has served as a centre for textile excellence for centuries. Historically, these rugs were highly sought after by royalty and nobility, known for their ability to blend technical precision with artistic grace.

The term Keshan refers to both the origin and a specific style of weaving that prioritises durability and detail. The use of a dense knotting technique ensures that the rug is not only visually striking but also physically substantial, maintaining its form and beauty over many decades of use.

Signature design elements of the Keshan style often include a prominent central medallion, framed by elaborate spandrels and a border filled with complex floral arabesques. These motifs are deeply rooted in the region's artistic history, often drawing inspiration from the lush, imagined gardens of classical poetry.

Collectors value these rugs for their enduring quality and the cultural narrative they carry. Owning a piece from this tradition is a way to celebrate a legacy of craftsmanship that has survived and evolved through generations, bringing a piece of profound history into your own living space.

This rug is meticulously hand-knotted, a process that requires immense patience and skill from the artisans involved. With a knot density of 160,000 knots per m2, the creation of this piece represents hundreds of hours of focused, manual labour. This high density ensures that the intricate floral patterns remain sharp and well-defined, while also contributing to the overall longevity of the pile.

The construction is further defined by its significant weight of 32.2 kg, which speaks to the quality and density of the materials used. The density achieved through this traditional knotting technique creates a robust foundation, ensuring the rug remains stable and resilient even in high-traffic areas of your home.

Every individual knot is placed by hand, a testament to the dedication required to produce a piece of this scale and complexity. This labour-intensive approach is what gives the rug its superior structural integrity, ensuring it remains a premium, lasting investment for years to come.

Wool

Wool is a fantastic natural fibre with many benefits, it is durable and hard-wearing, which means that a rug made from wool can be used for several generations and maintain its quality. They are an excellent choice for keeping your rooms warm during the cold winter months and can reduce noise from everyday life. The material also has a natural dirt-repellent effect which makes wool rugs easy to keep clean. Wool has a natural elasticity, which means that when the pile is pressed down, it can easily bounce back to its original shape.

Cotton

Cotton is a natural material that makes them a suitable option for people with allergies. The material is soft, durable and resilient, which makes them practical and comfortable for high-traffic areas such as the hallway, kitchen, and bathroom.

UsageIndoor

RoomBedroom,Dining area,Living room

Size242 x 360 cm,Extra large

Thickness10 mm

MaterialWool,Cotton

WarpCotton

PileWool

Weight32 kg

AgeContemporary 0-20 years (not used)

ColorBrown,Orange,Beige

ShapeRectangular

PatternMedallion