Nain sits in Isfahan Province, and its carpet tradition is relatively recent by Iranian standards. It developed in the mid-20th century when local weavers turned from textile work to carpet making. What emerged was a style built around technical precision and a quiet, restrained palette. Ivory grounds, fine borders, central medallions traced in silk against a wool field.
The silk in a Nain carpet is not decorative. It follows the outlines of the floral and arabesque motifs and catches the light differently from the wool around it, giving the design a subtle depth that changes depending on where you stand. At 528 knots per square inch, the detail in this piece is considerable. It rewards attention. This is a carpet for a room that is already well composed. It does not compete. It completes.
In your home: Suited to formal sitting rooms, master bedrooms or dining rooms with neutral walls and pale timber or stone floors. The ivory ground adds light without competing with the rest of the space.
Origin: Nain, Isfahan Province, Iran
Size: 4'10" x 8'2" / 147 x 249cm
Material: Wool with Silk highlights on Cotton
Colour: Ivory with Beige
Style: Classic, Floral
Knot: Senneh
KPSI: 528
One of a kind
Care:
Vacuum on low suction without the beater bar.
Avoid direct sunlight to protect the silk highlights.
Professional cleaning only, do not wet clean at home.
Rotate annually.
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