Rug - 300 cm - 200 cm - Hand Knotted Wool Rug

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Origin: Romania; Hand-knotted wool rug from Agapia Monastery (1965–1970), measuring 300 x 200 cm, with 100% wool pile on a cotton foundation, about 90,000 knots per m², in very good condition with original fringes and a small 1 cm defect on one fringe.

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This beautiful large hand knotted wool rug was woven at Agapia Monastery (Neamț, Romania) between 1965 and 1970.

It was entirely handmade on a traditional loom, following classic Persian floral design patterns.

• Dimensions: 300 x 200 cm
• Material: 100% wool pile on cotton foundation
• Knot density: approximately 90,000 knots per square meter
• Technique: hand knotted
• Origin: Romania – Agapia Monastery
• Period: 1965–1970

The rug is in very good condition considering its age (over 55 years old).
Colors remain vivid and well preserved.

The fringes are original, clean and intact.
There is only a very small defect of approximately 1 cm at one fringe edge (clearly visible in the photos). No major damage, no repairs and no unpleasant odors.

This is a large decorative piece suitable for a living room or elegant interior.

Carefully stored in a private Romanian family collection.

Woven at Agapia Monastery

1965–1970 period

Hand knotted on traditional loom

Excellent preservation

Large size
The rug will be carefully rolled, securely packed and shipped with tracking and insurance.

This beautiful large hand knotted wool rug was woven at Agapia Monastery (Neamț, Romania) between 1965 and 1970.

It was entirely handmade on a traditional loom, following classic Persian floral design patterns.

• Dimensions: 300 x 200 cm
• Material: 100% wool pile on cotton foundation
• Knot density: approximately 90,000 knots per square meter
• Technique: hand knotted
• Origin: Romania – Agapia Monastery
• Period: 1965–1970

The rug is in very good condition considering its age (over 55 years old).
Colors remain vivid and well preserved.

The fringes are original, clean and intact.
There is only a very small defect of approximately 1 cm at one fringe edge (clearly visible in the photos). No major damage, no repairs and no unpleasant odors.

This is a large decorative piece suitable for a living room or elegant interior.

Carefully stored in a private Romanian family collection.

Woven at Agapia Monastery

1965–1970 period

Hand knotted on traditional loom

Excellent preservation

Large size
The rug will be carefully rolled, securely packed and shipped with tracking and insurance.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Specific region of origin
Agapia Monastery (Romania)
Title additional information
Hand Knotted Wool Rug
Nr of items
1
Colour
Blue, Red
Length
300 cm
Width
200 cm
Material
Wool on cotton
Country of Origin
Romania
Condition
In very good condition
Professionally Cleaned
No
Manufacturing period
Late 20th century
Weight
20 kg
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