Where should a runner go?

These long carpets suit narrow corridors, hallways and entrance spaces where floor protection and visual direction matter. Their elongated proportions fit comfortably in transit areas without overwhelming the surrounding architecture. Placing them in rooms also helps define walkways or anchor furniture arrangements in larger spaces. The dark navy grounds tend to mask everyday dust in busy household thoroughfares.

How do I care for wool pile?

Regular vacuuming without a beater bar keeps surface grit from settling into the wool foundation. Gentle brushing and occasional professional cleaning maintain the integrity of the natural fibres. Keeping the textile away from prolonged direct sunlight preserves the depth of the indigo and secondary dye colours. Rotating the piece every year ensures even wear across the length of the runner.

Are these runners hand-knotted?

The pieces recorded here are traditional hand-knotted floor coverings produced across Persian workshops and tribal areas. Artisans tied individual knots of wool onto a supportive cotton or wool foundation by hand. This construction method creates a dense pile that bends flexibly while retaining structural strength. Hand-knotted edges and fringes show the individual craftsmanship behind each textile.

How are different regions told apart?

Regional styles reveal themselves through specific drawing styles, palette choices and structural quirks. Heriz pieces often display geometric medallions, whereas Hamadan and Kurdish runners show varied all-over field patterns. Border arrangements and knotting densities provide further clues to the specific origin workshop or tribe. Comparing the secondary colours against known regional palettes helps confirm the source.