Resham Lotus area rug 12x9 A typical Persian or Oriental

A typical Persian or Oriental rug made from wool might have between 100 and 300 KPSI - a typical 80% silk rug contains between 200 to 500 KPSI

4- Cited measurements are accurate and exclude cotton fringes

and many Salors were absorbed into Sariq and Tekke tribes

The detailing of this piece also contains wool

After which it was laid flat on the ground where a team of cleaners used wooden oar-like paddles to push the water through its fibers and draw out impurities

Resham Lotus area rug 12x9 A typical Persian or OrientalMaterials & Craftsmanship: This fine, diligently hand knotted area rug contains a perfect blend of 80% pure silk and 20% pure wool. Persian & Oriental rugs made from a high percentage of silk are intricate and are often the most valuable of all handmade carpets. The silk fibers in this piece create a beautiful sheen throughout the field and borders, providing an ultra luxurious feel. The use of silk ensures a precise rendering of the decorative design