What is an antique Khotan rug?

Khotan rugs originate from the oasis city of Khotan in East Turkestan along the Silk Road, blending Chinese, Persian, and Central Asian design elements.

What materials are traditionally used in Khotan carpets?

These carpets are typically hand-knotted using hand-spun wool pile woven onto cotton or wool warp foundations.

How can an authentic antique Khotan carpet be identified?

Authentic pieces feature elongated kelleh proportions, stylized pomegranate or medallion motifs, and a distinct colour palette influenced by Chinese iconography.

How can a Khotan rug be styled in a modern interior?

A Khotan rug provides spatial definition in long hallways, wide corridors, or living spaces, complementing both modern and period timber furnishings.

How should an antique wool Khotan rug be maintained?

Vacuum regularly without a rotating beater bar, rotate periodically to distribute foot traffic evenly, and use professional specialist cleaning when required.

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Antique Khotan Kelleh

Name: Antique Khotan Kelleh
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA997301
Price: 11500 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by Farnham Antique Carpets

Description

Wonderful finely woven antique Khotan kelleh, with faded pale dyes from over 120 years ago. A remarkable find, and in exemplary pile, super soft handle and in untouched condition. It has never been repaired, retaining all of its ancient charm. A rare and incredible early example, Khotan rugs have always been regarded as decorative collectable rugs, this one is something to be seen up close. Moon guls and classical floral motifs from China make up the beautiful design.

Khotan rugs and carpets came from the East Turkestan city of Khotan, and are part of the legends of the Silk Road. Designs vary with ornate borders and large elaborate medallions to gorgeous repeating patterns. The city is famous for producing both silk and wool carpets. The pomegranate in Khotan rugs became a symbol for prosperity, with its branches fashioned into an exquisite geometric folk design. It is not uncommon for some Khotan's to have metallic threads too.

Purchase this ancient rare antique Khotan kelleh online and we shall deliver it straight to your home. Or please contact us to visit our barn showroom by appointment or request a home visit to see this rare rug up close.

Physical Dimensions

Height

335cm (131.89")

Width

175cm (68.90")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Declaration

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Khotan Kelleh Rug to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA997301

Dealers Internal Reference

10793

Dealers Notes

Farnham Antique Carpets are specialists in antique decorative carpets, rugs and runners. Varying from antique tribal rugs woven in the Caucasus to classical Persian carpets dating from the mid 19th century to the early 20th century.

As members of the BADA - The British Antique Dealers Association and LAPADA - The Association of Art & Antique Dealers we adhere to strict guide lines as affiliated members and pride ourselves on maintaining its high standards. We exhibit at the BADA fair in Chelsea, London every March and the LAPADA Fair in Mayfair, London every September.

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A rare and incredible early example, Khotan rugs have always been regarded as decorative collectable rugs, this one is something to be seen up close.

Farnham Antique Carpets

Moon guls and classical floral motifs from China make up the beautiful design.

fig 1. An antique long Khotan kelleh rug featuring a red field with three large circular medallions and geometric borders. — fig 1. Antique Khotan Kelleh

Khotan rugs and carpets came from the East Turkestan city of Khotan, and are part of the legends of the Silk Road. Designs vary with ornate borders and large elaborate medallions to gorgeous repeating patterns. The city is famous for producing both silk and wool carpets. The pomegranate in Khotan rugs became a symbol for prosperity, with its branches fashioned into an exquisite geometric folk design. It is not uncommon for some Khotan's to have metallic threads too.

fig 2. An antique long Khotan kelleh rug featuring a red field with three large circular medallions and geometric borders. — fig 2. Antique Khotan Kelleh

Purchase this ancient rare antique Khotan kelleh online and we shall deliver it straight to your home. Or please contact us to visit our barn showroom by appointment or request a home visit to see this rare rug up close.