
Bidjar
340 × 250 cm
5.100 €














7.350 €
Incl. VAT
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Bidjar rugs come from the town of Bijar in Kurdistan Province, northwest Iran, and are famously known as the "Iron Rugs of Persia." Woven with the symmetrical (Turkish) knot on a cotton foundation with double weft, they undergo a unique wet-weaving technique: the wool is dampened during production and compacted with heavy metal combs, creating an extraordinarily dense, rigid structure.
The most common traditional pattern is the Herati (Mahi) motif, a flower with four leaves and small fish-like elements, often combined with medallion designs. The extreme density means Bidjar carpets cannot be folded, only rolled, and their pile stands firmly upright for decades. This particular piece has been enhanced with luxurious silk accents, lending the rug a subtle luminescence and exceptional tactile quality.
More on Bidjar rugs: origin, making and how to recognise a genuine piece
Measuring 243 × 168 cm, with an area of 4.08 m², crafted from Wool with Silk, Hand-knotted, this piece is a testament to masterful craftsmanship. The knot density of 441,000 – 500,000 / m² speaks to the extraordinary care woven into every inch.
Preserved in perfect condition, built to last generations, bidjar rugs are ideal for high-traffic areas where exceptional durability meets enduring beauty. As an exclusive piece from our collection, it represents a true collector's item.
Superior craftsmanship
At 243 × 168 cm (4.08 m²) this is a medium rug. It works in front of a sofa, in front of a bed or in a study. It is too small for a dining table — there you want about 80 cm of clearance so a chair does not tip over the edge when pushed back.
Yes, knotted by hand — knot by knot on a loom, not machine-made. The density is 441,000 to 500,000 knots per square metre; across 4.08 m² that is roughly 1.8 to 2.0 million individual knots, every one of them tied by hand.
This pile contains silk and is more delicate than pure wool. Vacuum without a rotating brush and along the pile, do not beat it, and keep it out of permanent direct sun. Blot spills at once with a light cloth, never rub. For a proper clean a silk-blend rug belongs in expert hands — we handle that for pieces bought from us.
We are in the Hamburg Speicherstadt. Come and see this rug in daylight, or write to us — a person answers.
Certificate included verifying origin, materials, and craftsmanship.
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