One-of-a-kind
Qum silkHand KnottedSilk rug
Black / Beige60 x 90 cm

Name: Qum silk
Brand: Rugvista
SKU: TBZAA971
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Ghom Silk - A Quiet Statement of Craft

This one-of-a-kind Ghom Silk rug represents the pinnacle of Middle Eastern weaving traditions, showcasing a highly detailed design in dark green and pink tones.

This one-of-a-kind Ghom Silk rug brings a soft, lustrous feel to your home. Crafted entirely from fine silk, the pile catches the light beautifully, creating a shifting sheen that changes depending on the angle of the room. The natural properties of silk provide a smooth, delicate texture underfoot while offering a surprisingly durable surface for indoor spaces.

Owning this piece means welcoming a truly unique work of art into your living space. No two rugs from this tradition are ever identical, and this specific design in deep dark green and soft pink will never be replicated. It is a singular creation that adds a personal, irreplaceable character to your home.

Originating from the famous weaving centres of the Middle East, this contemporary piece is between 0 and 20 years old, representing the modern evolution of a classical craft. The deep cultural roots of its design are expressed through balanced floral motifs and a central medallion, making it a focal point of quiet beauty.

Beyond its visual appeal, the dense construction offers excellent sound-dampening qualities, helping to create a calm and peaceful atmosphere in smaller rooms or study areas. The compact size of 90 x 60 cm makes it highly versatile, perfect as an accent piece on the floor or even displayed as a wall hanging.

Ghom rugs, originating from the holy city of Qum in the Middle East, are celebrated globally for their exceptional quality and use of pure silk. While Qum is a relatively young weaving centre compared to ancient cities, it quickly established itself in the twentieth century by producing some of the most intricate and luxurious rugs in the world. The weavers of this region became famous for their technical mastery and willingness to innovate with complex patterns.

The use of silk for both the pile and the structural threads is a defining characteristic of the finest Qum rugs. Silk allows for incredibly fine spinning, which in turn enables weavers to tie extremely dense knots. This high level of detail means that the intricate floral patterns and curved lines are rendered with absolute clarity, creating a level of definition that is impossible to achieve with coarser wool fibres.

Traditional Qum designs are highly diverse, often borrowing and refining classical motifs from surrounding regions. This particular piece features a classic central medallion surrounded by a dense field of floral vines and a highly decorative border. The choice of a rich dark green background contrasted with delicate pink blossoms is a sophisticated colour palette that highlights the natural lustre of the silk.

Today, silk rugs from this region are highly prized by collectors and design enthusiasts alike. They are viewed not merely as floor coverings but as valuable cultural assets that showcase the height of human skill. Owning a genuine Qum silk rug is a connection to a living artistic heritage, representing a commitment to preserving traditional hand-craft techniques.

Every single thread of this rug has been woven by hand using traditional hand-knotting techniques that have been passed down through generations. This demanding process requires immense patience and precision, as the weaver coaxes delicate silk fibres into a highly structured, dense pile. The human effort involved in creating such a detailed pattern ensures that the rug possesses a level of character and strength that machine-made alternatives cannot match.

Weighing 1.6 kg for its compact 90 x 60 cm dimensions, this rug demonstrates an exceptionally dense and solid construction. This weight-to-size ratio indicates that a vast amount of premium silk was packed tightly into every square centimetre, requiring months of dedicated labor from a skilled artisan. This density not only keeps the intricate pattern sharp and clear but also ensures the rug lies flat and retains its shape over years of use.

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

Size60 x 90 cm,Small

Thickness7 mm

MaterialSilk

WarpSilk

PileSilk

Weight1.6 kg

AgeContemporary 0-20 years (not used)

ColorBlack,Beige,Brown

ShapeRectangular

CategoryOrientalQum silk

ManufacturingHand knotted

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

OriginMiddle East

Carpet IDTBZAA971

Importer

Rugvista AB

Lodgatan 11

211 24 Malmö

Sweden

Ghom Silk - A Quiet Statement of Craft

This one-of-a-kind Ghom Silk rug represents the pinnacle of Middle Eastern weaving traditions, showcasing a highly detailed design in dark green and pink tones.