Shah Abbasi Medallion & Spandrel

🧵 Rug Details

• Type: Handmade Persian Rug

• Origin:  Nain, Iran

• Size: 120 × 180 cm 

• Design: Shah Abbasi Medallion & Spandrel layout with elaborate corner and field motifs

• Knot Density: Estimated 50–60 Raj (fine detail and crisp outlines suggest high KPSI)

• Weaving Style: Symmetric knotting  with intricate layout

• Warp & Weft:  cotton foundation

• Pile Yarn: Fine, soft kork wool 

• Condition: Excellent — no visible wear, fading, or damage

🎨 Color Palette

• Field Background: Ivory / Cream – gives the rug a luminous, clean appearance

• Central Medallion: Dominantly red with blue, green, and beige accents

• Borders: Rich crimson red with repeated floral motifs

• Accents:

   

  • Navy blue and cobalt blue (outlining and flower detailing)

  • Olive green (leaf elements)

  • Soft beige and gold (subtle background fills)

   

• Dye Method: Natural vegetable dyes, hand-dyed for depth and warmth

🖐 Handmade Features

• Symmetrical Layout:

  The design shows perfect balance across the vertical and horizontal axes, typical of expert Persian hand-knotting, especially from Isfahan or Nain schools.

• Minor Irregularities:

  Upon close inspection, slight variations in the curves and motif alignment indicate it is hand-knotted, not machine-made — a sign of authenticity and craftsmanship.

• Tight, Even Knots:

  The fine knot density allows for sharp detail and clean curves in the floral patterns. Likely tied using the Turkish (symmetric) knot.

• High Sheen Finish:

  The surface appears to have a soft luster, likely due to kork wool or possibly silk highlights, sheared to a fine, even pile — a signature of high-quality handwoven rugs.

• Traditional Motifs:

  Includes Shah Abbasi flowers, scrolling vines, and palmettes, which are woven with precision — reflecting cultural heritage and skilled execution.