This 3'3 x 5'2 Persian Qum Pure Silk rug is an exceptionally fine signed Darakhshan workshop piece, hand knotted with an ultra-dense 1000 KPSI weave. Crafted entirely from luminous silk, the surface has a liquid sheen that shifts beautifully with light, revealing crisp floral detailing and remarkable depth. Its compact size makes it ideal as a collector’s accent, prayer size piece, or refined decorative centerpiece.

Design and Motifs

An elegant oval medallion anchors the composition, surrounded by delicate scrolling vines, arabesques, palmettes, and miniature floral bouquets. The design is highly symmetrical and meticulously drawn, characteristic of master Qum silk weaving. Every motif is outlined with precision, creating extraordinary clarity at this knot density.

Border and Framing

Multiple guard borders frame the field with intricate floral meanders. The main border features continuous scrolling vines filled with blossoms and serrated leaves, creating a rich architectural frame. Fine pinstripe guards add contrast and balance while emphasizing the silk craftsmanship.

Colors and Their Placement

The palette is sophisticated and layered, with dramatic depth and glow:

Deep Teal Blue: Dominates the field and oval medallion ground, creating a rich jewel toned backdrop that enhances the silk’s reflective quality.
Midnight Navy: Used throughout the central medallion outlines, major scrollwork, and parts of the main border to create strong contrast and crisp definition.
Ivory Cream: Appears in the majority of the flowers, vines, outlines, and highlights, brightening the design and giving it clarity and dimension.
Antique Gold: Woven into blossoms, palmettes, and accent leaves, adding warmth and a gentle glow across the entire composition.
Champagne Beige: Softens the background detailing and secondary motifs, blending transitions between darker blues and lighter florals.
Soft Sage Green: Subtle foliage tones that add natural depth inside leaves and stems.
Blush Pink and Rosewood: Used in small floral petals and buds to introduce gentle warmth and visual interest without overpowering the cool blue field.
Burgundy Wine: Fine outlines and select border accents add richness and sophistication.
Black Onyx: Minimal but precise outlining around medallion and motifs sharpens definition and enhances contrast.

The silk fibers make each color appear luminous and slightly iridescent depending on viewing angle.

Materials and Craftsmanship

Hand knotted using 100% pure silk foundation and pile. With approximately 1000 knots per square inch, the weave achieves extraordinary detail, tight structure, and a smooth, velvet like finish. The result is a rug with both artistic precision and heirloom quality.

Signature and Workshop History

Signed Darakhshan within the border, identifying a respected Qum weaving atelier known for extremely fine silk rugs with high knot counts and collectible quality.