One-of-a-kind
MoudHand KnottedRug
Black / Brown70 x 135 cm

Name: Moud
Brand: Rugvista
SKU: CCC382593
Availability: LimitedAvailability
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

Moud - A Masterpiece of Middle Eastern Artistry

This beautiful, one-of-a-kind Moud rug brings a touch of refined elegance to your home, featuring intricate patterns and a rich, warm colour palette that reflects generations of tradition.

This one-of-a-kind Moud rug serves as a stunning centrepiece, offering a tactile experience that blends warmth and comfort underfoot. Its dense, plush pile provides excellent sound absorption, making any room feel more intimate and grounded. Because each piece is individual, you are acquiring a work of art that exists nowhere else in the world, ensuring your home reflects a truly personal sense of style.

The deep, rich tones of this rug create a sophisticated foundation for your living space. The intricate floral motifs are rendered with precision, showcasing a level of detail that highlights the artistry involved in its creation. This is a rug designed to be lived with, offering both aesthetic beauty and the practical resilience required for daily use in a busy home.

Rooted in the storied traditions of the Middle East, this rug carries with it a sense of history and provenance. Its enduring quality means that it is not merely a floor covering, but an investment in comfort that will retain its character for years to come. The soft, natural materials offer a pleasant texture that feels welcoming and luxurious, inviting you to enjoy the space it occupies.

Owning this rug means participating in a legacy of craft that values patience and precision. No two rugs are identical, and this exact piece will never be replicated, making it a rare find for those who appreciate authentic, high-quality home decor. Its presence adds a layer of depth and personality to any interior, transforming a simple room into a curated sanctuary.

Moud rugs originate from the small town of Moud, located in the Khorasan province of the Middle East. This region has long been celebrated for its distinctive weaving traditions, which have evolved over centuries to become some of the most respected in the art world. The rugs produced here are known for their balance and harmony, often reflecting the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.

The terminology surrounding these rugs often points to the specific knotting techniques and material choices that define their durability. By using a high-density knotting style, weavers ensure that the intricate floral and geometric patterns remain crisp and clear, even after years of use. This technical precision is what gives these rugs their signature heavy, lustrous, and long-lasting pile.

Visually, Moud rugs are often recognised by their formal arrangements, frequently featuring a central medallion surrounded by dense floral sprays or the classic 'Herati' pattern. While they often utilise a palette of deep reds, blues, and creams, each piece remains unique to the individual weaver's interpretation. This specific rug showcases a beautifully balanced design that is characteristic of the region’s best work.

Collecting a Moud rug is an act of preserving a rich cultural heritage. These pieces are highly valued not only for their aesthetic appeal but for the immense skill required to produce them. Owning one is a testament to an appreciation for tradition, patience, and the timeless beauty of hand-crafted items, making them a cherished addition to any home.

This rug is meticulously hand-knotted by skilled artisans, a process that requires immense patience and a high degree of technical expertise. The 360,000 knots per m2 represent a significant investment of time and human effort, ensuring the final product is both exceptionally dense and remarkably durable. This high knot density allows for the intricate, sharp pattern definition that defines the Moud style.

Given the substantial weight of 3.8 kg for its size, this rug is constructed with a robust foundation that speaks to its premium build. The process involves tensioning the cotton foundation and carefully knotting each strand of wool by hand, a method that ensures the pile remains firmly in place over decades of use. This dedication to craft is what distinguishes a hand-knotted piece from mass-produced alternatives, providing a level of quality you can feel with every step.

Wool

Wool is a fantastic natural fibre with many benefits, it is durable and hard-wearing, which means that a rug made from wool can be used for several generations and maintain its quality. They are an excellent choice for keeping your rooms warm during the cold winter months and can reduce noise from everyday life. The material also has a natural dirt-repellent effect which makes wool rugs easy to keep clean. Wool has a natural elasticity, which means that when the pile is pressed down, it can easily bounce back to its original shape.

Cotton

Cotton is a natural material that makes them a suitable option for people with allergies. The material is soft, durable and resilient, which makes them practical and comfortable for high-traffic areas such as the hallway, kitchen, and bathroom.

Silk

Silk is an exclusive natural fibre that provides a soft and shiny feeling to rugs. The material can also be used to enhance details in wool rugs and in some, silk can make up the entire pile and sometimes even the warp. Elegant rugs with rich details can only be made with silk because other fibres are too thick for this purpose. Silk is a durable and hard-wearing fibre that lasts a long time and becomes more beautiful over time. Due to its sensitivity to liquids, it is advisable to refrain from positioning the rug in areas where there is a high likelihood of moisture or potential spills.

UsageIndoor

RoomBedroom,Dining area,Hallway,Living room

Size70 x 135 cm,Small

Thickness12 mm

MaterialWool,Cotton,Silk

WarpCotton

PileWoolSilk

Weight3.5 kg

AgeContemporary 0-20 years (not used)

ColorBlack,Brown

ShapeRectangular

CategoryOrientalMoud

ManufacturingHand knotted

Knot density220,000 - 360,000 knots per m²

OriginMiddle East

Carpet IDCCC382593

Importer

Rugvista AB

Lodgatan 11

211 24 Malmö

Sweden

Moud - A Masterpiece of Middle Eastern Artistry

This beautiful, one-of-a-kind Moud rug brings a touch of refined elegance to your home, featuring intricate patterns and a rich, warm colour palette that reflects generations of tradition.