One-of-a-kind
Qum silkHand KnottedSilk rug
Black / Dark red58 x 93 cm

Name: Qum silk
Brand: Rugvista
SKU: TBZAA705
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Ghom Silk - Softness and Light in Every Thread

This one-of-a-kind Ghom Silk rug is a remarkable example of Middle Eastern weaving, offering an incredibly soft feel and a lustrous finish that shifts beautifully with the light.

This Ghom Silk rug offers an incredibly soft and smooth feel underfoot, bringing a sense of quiet comfort and warmth to your home. Crafted entirely from fine silk, the pile has a natural lustre that catches the light from different angles, creating a beautiful depth that changes throughout the day. Its low 7 mm pile provides a sleek, refined profile while remaining wonderfully tactile.

As a truly one-of-a-kind creation, this rug is entirely unique. No two pieces are ever identical, meaning that this exact design, with its specific arrangement of motifs and rich colours, will never be replicated. Owning this piece means bringing a genuine work of art into your home, one that carries its own individual character.

Originating from the renowned weaving centres of the Middle East, this rug is made with fine silk, celebrated for its strength, softness, and brilliant colour clarity. The natural fibres are gentle on the skin yet remarkably durable, ensuring that the rug maintains its beauty and structural integrity over time, making it a cherished addition to any room.

Dating from the contemporary era, this piece is in excellent condition, blending classic design traditions with a fresh, modern presence. Its compact size of 93 x 58 cm makes it highly versatile, ideal for defining a small reading nook, gracing a study, or even being displayed on a wall to appreciate its fine details.

Ghom rugs, originating from the holy city of Qum in the Middle East, represent one of the most prestigious and sophisticated weaving traditions of the region. Unlike many other rug-making areas with centuries of tribal history, Ghom began its production in the early twentieth century. This relatively recent start allowed weavers to draw inspiration from various classic designs across the region, quickly establishing a reputation for producing some of the finest rugs in the world.

The use of pure silk for both the pile and the structural threads is a hallmark of the finest Ghom creations. Silk allows for incredibly fine knotting, which translates into exceptionally clear patterns and a high level of detail that would be impossible to achieve with thicker wool. The natural properties of silk also give the rug a unique drape and a shimmering quality, where the colours appear to shift and change depending on the angle of the light and the viewer's position.

This specific piece showcases a classic floral design, heavily influenced by traditional garden motifs and elegant medallions. The central medallion is surrounded by a dense field of intricately rendered roses and floral vines, framed by a decorative border that echoes the central theme. The rich dark-blue background provides a dramatic contrast to the vibrant red and soft green tones of the flowers, creating a balanced composition that is both traditional and visually arresting.

For collectors and enthusiasts, a Ghom silk rug is highly valued not only for its beauty but also as a reflection of the weaver's skill. These rugs are often treated as valuable heirlooms, passed down through generations, or even displayed as wall hangings rather than floor coverings to preserve their delicate fibres. Owning a Ghom silk rug is a way of connecting with a rich artistic heritage, bringing a piece of Middle Eastern history and craftsmanship into a contemporary home.

This rug is entirely hand-knotted by skilled artisans, a process that requires immense patience, precision, and dedication. Every single knot is tied individually by hand, creating a structure that is far more durable and resilient than any machine-made alternative. The time and human effort invested in crafting a piece of this quality are evident in its tight weave and clear pattern definition.

With a weight of 1.6 kg for its compact size of 93 x 58 cm, this rug possesses a remarkable density and substance for a pure silk piece. This weight indicates that an extraordinary amount of fine silk yarn has been tightly packed into the construction, resulting in a firm, stable rug that lies flat on the floor and resists wear, while maintaining its soft, luxurious feel.

The hand-knotting technique also ensures that the design is visible on both sides of the rug, a clear sign of authentic craftsmanship. The edges are carefully finished and the fringes are secured by hand, completing a process that takes several months of concentrated work to produce a single, beautiful rug.

Silk

Silk is an exclusive natural fibre that provides a soft and shiny feeling to rugs. The material can also be used to enhance details in wool rugs and in some, silk can make up the entire pile and sometimes even the warp. Elegant rugs with rich details can only be made with silk because other fibres are too thick for this purpose. Silk is a durable and hard-wearing fibre that lasts a long time and becomes more beautiful over time. Due to its sensitivity to liquids, it is advisable to refrain from positioning the rug in areas where there is a high likelihood of moisture or potential spills.

UsageIndoor

RoomBedroom,Dining area,Hallway,Living room

Size58 x 93 cm,Small

Thickness7 mm

MaterialSilk

WarpSilk

PileSilk

Weight1.6 kg

AgeContemporary 0-20 years (not used)

ColorBlack,Dark red,Beige

ShapeRectangular

PatternMedallion

CategoryOrientalQum silk

ManufacturingHand knotted

Knot density800,000 - 1,000,000 knots per m²

OriginMiddle East

Carpet IDTBZAA705

Importer

Rugvista AB

Lodgatan 11

211 24 Malmö

Sweden

Ghom Silk - Softness and Light in Every Thread

This one-of-a-kind Ghom Silk rug is a remarkable example of Middle Eastern weaving, offering an incredibly soft feel and a lustrous finish that shifts beautifully with the light.