Silk Kashan Carpet, 16th century, Made in Iran, probably Kashan, Silk (warp, weft and pile); asymmetrically knotted pile, Rug: H. 98 1/16 in. (249 cm), Textiles-Rugs, This carpet is one of a small group of luxurious weavings notable for their extremely high knot density and entirely silk construction. While their appearance and feel is akin to velvet, the pattern is created by row upon row of minute, hand-tied knots of fine silk thread
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