One-of-a-kind
Tabriz 50 Raj with silkHand KnottedRug
Brown / Beige150 x 205 cm

Name: Tabriz 50 Raj with silk
Brand: Rugvista
SKU: CCC379638
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Tabriz 50 Raj - A Masterpiece of Refined Elegance

Discover this truly one-of-a-kind Tabriz 50 Raj, a stunning hand-knotted treasure featuring intricate floral artistry and a luxurious blend of wool and silk that promises to elevate your living space.

This Tabriz 50 Raj rug is a remarkable example of Middle Eastern weaving, celebrated for its incredibly refined aesthetic and superior construction. As a one-of-a-kind piece, it offers an exclusive opportunity to own a work of art that will never be replicated, ensuring your home features a truly unique focal point.

The rug is crafted from a sophisticated blend of wool and silk, providing a tactile experience that is both soft to the touch and remarkably durable. The inclusion of silk adds a subtle, luminous sheen to the floral motifs, creating a sense of depth and luxury that changes beautifully under different lighting conditions in your home.

With a high knot density that allows for precise, intricate detailing, the pattern remains sharp and defined across the entire field. This density not only contributes to the rug's visual complexity but also results in a dense, supportive pile that offers excellent comfort underfoot and effective sound absorption for a calmer, more peaceful environment.

Originating from the historic city of Tabriz, this rug carries with it a legacy of excellence. Its balanced design and rich, harmonious colour palette make it a versatile choice for various interior settings, where its presence adds a layer of warmth and cultural depth that only a hand-knotted piece of this calibre can provide.

Tabriz rugs originate from one of the oldest rug-weaving centres in the Middle East, a city with a history spanning centuries as a hub for artistic and commercial exchange along the Silk Road. The Tabriz tradition is renowned for its immense variety and technical perfection, often setting the standard for quality in the region.

The term '50 Raj' refers to a specific technical measurement of quality, indicating the number of knots per 7 cm of the rug's width. This classification is a vital indicator of the weaver's skill and the rug's overall value, as higher raj counts demand greater precision, finer materials, and significantly more time to complete compared to standard weaves.

Visually, Tabriz rugs are characterised by their sophisticated use of floral motifs, often featuring a central medallion surrounded by intricate scrolling vines and palmettes. While traditional red and navy tones are common, this piece showcases a more nuanced palette that highlights the delicate, artistic nature of the weaving tradition, where every curve and line is executed with intentional grace.

Collectors value Tabriz rugs for their combination of artistic beauty and technical durability. To own a piece from this tradition is to hold a connection to a centuries-old craft that has been refined through generations of masters. It represents a commitment to enduring quality and the appreciation of a cultural heritage that continues to influence interior design globally.

This piece is meticulously hand-knotted by skilled artisans who dedicate months of focused effort to bring the design to life. The process begins with the careful preparation of the foundation, followed by the manual insertion of each individual knot, a labour-intensive method that ensures maximum durability and structural integrity.

With a density of 490,000 knots per m2, this rug represents an extraordinary level of precision. Spanning over 3 m2, the total knot count exceeds 1.5 million, a feat of human effort that guarantees the pattern's longevity and the pile's resilience. This high density is the hallmark of the 50 Raj designation, signifying a level of quality that is rarely surpassed in traditional rug making.

The weight of 10.8 kg further underscores the quality of materials and the density of the construction. This substantial weight is a direct result of the high-quality wool and silk fibres used, providing a heavy, grounded feel that keeps the rug securely in place while reflecting the immense amount of time and care invested by the weaver.

Wool

Wool is a fantastic natural fibre with many benefits, it is durable and hard-wearing, which means that a rug made from wool can be used for several generations and maintain its quality. They are an excellent choice for keeping your rooms warm during the cold winter months and can reduce noise from everyday life. The material also has a natural dirt-repellent effect which makes wool rugs easy to keep clean. Wool has a natural elasticity, which means that when the pile is pressed down, it can easily bounce back to its original shape.

Cotton

Cotton is a natural material that makes them a suitable option for people with allergies. The material is soft, durable and resilient, which makes them practical and comfortable for high-traffic areas such as the hallway, kitchen, and bathroom.

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,Living room

Size150 x 205 cm,Medium

Thickness8 mm

MaterialWool,Cotton,Silk

WarpCotton

PileWoolSilk

Weight14 kg

AgeContemporary 0-20 years (not used)

ColorBrown,Beige,Orange

ShapeRectangular

PatternMedallion