Floral Original Handwoven Black Natural Dye Wool Rug 126x177 cm (3x5 ft) – 2.23 m²

Color: BlackPattern: Sultani FloralDimensions: 126x177 cm (3x5 ft)Area: 2.23 m²Pile Height: 5 mm Product Features This exquisite rug is handwoven with cotton warp and weft, featuring wool yarn knots dyed using traditional natural root dyes. For example, the red color is obtained by boiling wool yarn with rose petals, which imparts a vibrant and natural hue. Rugs made with root-dyed wool yarn develop a richer, shinier appearance over time. The rug boasts a high knot density with approximately 400,000 hand knots using the Turkish knot (also called the double knot) technique. This weaving method ensures superior durability and a longer lifespan compared to many Persian rugs. Weaving Type: Handwoven Materials: Wool and cotton Knot Count and Type: Approx. 400,000 hand knots, Turkish double knot Pile Height: 5 mm Historical Background Sultani rugs are an important part of the Ottoman Empire’s rich carpet weaving tradition. They were primarily produced in the 16th and 17th centuries