Hand-Knotted Rugs

Hand-knotted rugs represent the highest level of traditional rug craftsmanship. Each rug is individually knotted by skilled artisans, a meticulous process that can take months to complete. The result is a piece defined by intricate detail, exceptional durability, and enduring beauty. Unlike machine-made or general hand-woven rugs, hand-knotted rugs are created knot by knot on a loom, giving them remarkable strength and a refined, dimensional texture. This construction method allows for complex patterns, rich colour variation, and long-term resilience.

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  • Vintage Mahal Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 290 X 410 CM)
    Vintage Mahal Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 290 X 410 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: MahalDesign: LouzyPile: WoolDye: Vegetable dyeWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 40 yearsCondition: Great A Mahal rug from central Iran. Stunning blues. Great craft with rare colours. Mahal rugs originated from the Mahallat region of Iran. Mahallat is one of the home rug cities and towns like...
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  • Vintage Esfahan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 405 CM)
    Vintage Esfahan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 405 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: EsfahanDesign: Heaven DesignPile: WoolDye: Vegetable dyeWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 80 yearsCondition: Uneven WornReasonable condition according to age No words can explain this Antique Esfahan from last century. No more in the world can be seen. Extremely fine.Reflecting an attractive multi-colour combination perfectly complimenting...
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  • Vintage Tabriz Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 285 X 395 CM)
    Vintage Tabriz Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 285 X 395 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: Tabriz (Overdyed)Design: VintagePile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 60 years oldCondition: Uneven WornReasonable condition according to age   This Tabriz rug is one of the kind. A Tabriz rug/carpet is one of the most famous categories of Persian carpets. This came from the city of...
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  • Vintage Tabriz Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 280 X 380 CM)
    Vintage Tabriz Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 280 X 380 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: TabrizDesign: KheshtiPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 50 years oldCondition: Uneven Worn, PatchesReasonable condition according to age This rug is a super rare colour to find in Tabriz rugs. This Tabriz rug is one of the kind. A Tabriz rug/carpet is one of the...
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  • Vintage Tabriz Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 385 CM)
    Vintage Tabriz Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 385 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: TabrizDesign: Floral GeometricPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 35 years oldCondition: Excellent This Tabriz rug is one of the kind. A Tabriz rug/carpet is one of the most famous categories of Persian carpets. This came from the city of Tabriz, the capital city...
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  • Oriental Heritage Bhadohi Hand-Knotted Wool Indian Rug
    Oriental Heritage Bhadohi Hand-Knotted Wool Indian Rug (Size: 270 X 380 CM)
    Condition: Brand NewKnitting Technique: Hand-KnottedMaterial: Angora WoolDesign: FloralMade In India It attracts attention with its pretty heritage designs combined with bright colours. It is made by a woman in villages Which takes around 3 to 4 months to finish this hand-knotted rug. Its remarkable...
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  • Vintage Mashad Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 245 X 345 CM)
    Vintage Mashad Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 245 X 345 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: MashadDesign: AfshaoonPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 15 years oldCondition: GreatReasonable condition according to age Mashad rugs are originated from Mashhad city which is located Khorasan province of northeastern Iran. Mashhad is the ancient city of Khorasan, and it was the capital of Khorasan province....
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  • Vintage Sabzevar Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 380 CM)
    Vintage Sabzevar Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 380 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: SabzevarDesign: FloralPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 30 years oldCondition: Excellent Sabzevar rugs are originally from Sabzevar city located on the northwestern part of the province of Khorasan Iran. The colors and patterns design are similar of rugs woven in Mashad city. Sabzevar...
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  • Vintage Kashan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 390 CM)
    Vintage Kashan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 390 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: KashanDesign: Tear DropPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 40 years oldCondition: Uneven WornReasonable condition according to age This is one of the rare Kashan collection collections rugs in tear drop design. These rugs are super rare to find in this design. Kashan rugs are originated...
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  • Vintage Sabzevar Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 373 CM)
    Vintage Sabzevar Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 373 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: SabzevarDesign: FloralPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 30 years oldCondition: Uneven WornReasonable condition according to age Sabzevar rugs are originally from Sabzevar city located on the northwestern part of the province of Khorasan Iran. The colors and patterns design are similar of rugs woven...
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  • Vintage Azghand Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 270 X 350 CM)
    Vintage Azghand Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 270 X 350 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: AzghandDesign: FloralPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 70 years oldCondition: Uneven Worn and Small PatchesReasonable condition according to age Azghand rugs are made by tribal weavers who live in Khorasan tribes.  They made carpets used by Persian knots. They use colours, element designs and...
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  • Vintage Ardakan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 295 X 335 CM)
    Vintage Ardakan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 295 X 335 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: ArdakanDesign: FloralPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 30 years oldCondition: Great This is the best quality fine knots rug in vegetable dyes, Ardakan rugs originate from Ardakan city, northwest corner of Yazd province. A city known for its best Persian carpets in Iran....
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  • Vintage Ardakan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 400 CM)
    Vintage Ardakan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 300 X 400 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: ArdakanDesign: FloralPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 30 years oldCondition: Uneven WornReasonable condition according to age This is the best quality fine knots rug in vegetable dyes, Ardakan rugs originate from Ardakan city, northwest corner of Yazd province. A city known for its best...
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  • Signed Vintage Mashad Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 285 X 390 CM)
    Signed Vintage Mashad Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 285 X 390 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: Mashad (Signed)Design: AfshaoonPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 80 years oldCondition: Uneven WornReasonable condition according to age Mashad rugs are originated from Mashhad city which is located Khorasan province of northeastern Iran. Mashhad is the ancient city of Khorasan, and it was the capital...
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  • Vintage Mashad Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 290 X 395 CM)
    Vintage Mashad Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 290 X 395 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: Mashad Design: FloralPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 30 years oldCondition: Uneven WornReasonable condition according to age Mashad rugs are originated from Mashhad city which is located Khorasan province of northeastern Iran. Mashhad is the ancient city of Khorasan, and it was the capital of...
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  • Vintage Mashad Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 295 X 375 CM)
    Vintage Mashad Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 295 X 375 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: Mashad Design: AfshoonPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 20 years oldCondition: Uneven WornReasonable condition according to age This is a lovely piece of art rug in reddish colours. Mashad rugs are originated from Mashhad city which is located Khorasan province of northeastern Iran. Mashhad is...
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  • Vintage Mashad Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 290 X 400 CM)
    Vintage Mashad Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 290 X 400 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: Mashad Design: ToranjPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 30 years oldCondition: Uneven WornReasonable condition according to age Mashad rugs are originated from Mashhad city which is located Khorasan province of northeastern Iran. Mashhad is the ancient city of Khorasan, and it was the capital of...
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  • Vintage Kashan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 290 X 425 CM)
    Vintage Kashan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 290 X 425 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: KashanDesign: AfshaoonPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 30 years oldCondition: Great Kashan rugs are originated from Kashan an oasis town along the Kavir desert in central Iran. It is the oldest and one the best carpet producer city in Iran. Kashan carpets are extremely...
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  • Vintage Sabzevar Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 255 X 365 CM)
    Vintage Sabzevar Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 255 X 365 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: SabzevarDesign: ToranjPile: WoolDye: Vegetable dyeWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 40 yearsCondition: Uneven WornReasonable condition according to age Sabzevar rugs are originally from Sabzevar city located in the northwestern part of the province of Khorasan Iran. The colours and patterns design is similar to rugs...
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  • Vintage Ardakan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 250 X 340 CM)
    Vintage Ardakan Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Rug (Size: 250 X 340 CM)
    Country: Iran (Persia)Region: ArdakanDesign: ToranjPile: WoolWeave: Hand-KnottedAge: Approximate 40 years oldCondition: Uneven WornReasonable condition according to age This is the best quality fine knots rug in vegetable dyes, Ardakan rugs originate from Ardakan city, northwest corner of Yazd province. A city known for its best...
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Multi-Colour Vintage Area Rug
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We're wrapped with our rug. It is good quality & looks great. The rug house were fantastic to deal with & could not have been more helpful when I contacted them about having ordered the wrong size initially. They resolved this for me instantly & easily, & our rug arrived basically the next day. Very happy with our purchase & customer experience.

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Light Sky Blue Handmade Jute Round Rug
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Beautiful real cow hides. Love the use of animal as a whole, to have a beautiful floor rug while promoting that ethos, great. Came super fast and well packed. Website was easy to navigate and on sale to boot!

Tegan Goodey
Exotic Tricolor Cowhide Rug (Size: 220 X 210 CM) CHR1878
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I love this. It is perfect for what I wanted. Great product, great service

Justine Couper
Natural Plain Handmade Jute Round Rug
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I’ve order the rug on a Sunday and it was delivered by Tuesday. Amazing service. Thank you!

Annalise Du Plessis
Dark Brindle Cowhide Rug (Size: 230 X 200 CM)
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Oushak Series 10 Oriental Wool Rug
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I bought 2 cow hides to place over my sofas and I’m really pleased with them. The cow hides are soft and just perfect.

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Exotic Tricolor Cowhide Rug (Size: 200 X 170 CM)

Very pleased with my purchase of a lovely premium sheepskin. Quick confirmation of order, fast delivery, excellent service thank you!

Jan
Rug House NZ
Cow Hide

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Calfskin - Black/White (Size: 120 X 95 CM)
The perfect cowhide

Beautiful colouring, excellent quality, great service and extra speedy delivery. Fantastic effort Rug House!!

Justine Connolly
Brown And White Cowhide Rug (Size: 250 X 210 CM) CHR1858
Beautiful rug

Beautiful cow hide, perfect size. The rug arrived very fast.

Daniela Matca
Salt Pepper Black & White Cowhide Rug (Size: 250 X 210 CM) CHR1842
Beautiful

As I am a person that loves colour and warmth. The rugs I purchased are perfect. I love them and the price was amazing.

Vicky Evans
Pomegranate Floral Wool Rug

History and Evolution of Hand-Knotted Rugs

The art of hand-knotting rugs dates back thousands of years, with origins rooted in ancient civilisations such as Persia, Egypt, and India. Over generations, artisans preserved and refined this intricate technique, passing down knowledge that continues to shape rug craftsmanship today.

From the detailed floral motifs found in traditional Persian Rugs to bold geometric influences seen across different regions, hand-knotted rugs have evolved through cultural exchange and artistic innovation. Each piece carries not only aesthetic beauty but also the heritage and storytelling of its origin.

Hand-knotting is more than a production method — it is a form of cultural preservation and artistic expression. The centuries-old techniques used to create these rugs ensure that every piece reflects patience, precision, and the creativity of the artisan.

Characteristics of Hand-Knotted Rugs

If you're searching for a rug designed to stand the test of time, hand-knotted rugs offer exceptional durability. Their tight weaving structure and high knot density provide remarkable resilience, making them suitable for formal spaces as well as high-traffic living areas.

The hand-knotting process creates a distinctive surface texture that adds depth and dimension, delivering a refined and luxurious feel underfoot. This natural density also helps absorb sound, contributing to a quieter and more comfortable interior environment.

Intricate patterns and rich colour variations are hallmarks of hand-knotted designs, often reflecting regional heritage and traditional craftsmanship. These rugs are not simply decorative elements — they are long-term investments in quality and artistry.

Crafted for Generations

A hand-knotted rug offers enduring value, combining structure, design integrity, and timeless appeal. While other production methods prioritise speed, hand-knotting prioritises precision and longevity.

For those exploring other artisan-crafted options, you can also browse our Handmade Rugs collection to compare techniques and styles.

Discover hand-knotted rugs that elevate your space with heritage, craftsmanship, and lasting sophistication.