Hamdan rug, early 20th Century

Measurements: 202cm x 131cm (6’6 x 4’4)

63 Knots per inch

Price: £650

I like Hamadan rugs, their cotton foundation makes them robust and hard wearing. This is a very pretty one with some lovely colours and good abrash. The dark blue field is filled with an array of leaves, palmettes and floral motifs. The lighter blue border is quite narrow which gives the field space to breathe, both the dimensions and the colours in the border work really well to balance and frame the main field. This is a very attractive and usable rug at a reasonable price.

Condition:

Very good condition. The pile is a little low but very acceptable for a rug of this age.