{"product_id":"palatial-khotan-rug-erased-industrial-14x10-421x309-16284055","title":"Palatial Khotan Erased Industrial Rug 14 × 10 ft (421 × 309 cm) Hand-Knotted Wool | 16284055","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:800px;margin:0 auto;padding:25px;font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#222;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:30px 0 25px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-bottom:30px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.75rem;letter-spacing:3px;color:#8b0000;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eDjoharian Collection · Palatial Khotan · Erased-Industrial Finish\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch1 style=\"font-size:1.6rem;font-weight:300;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:2px;margin:0 0 15px;\"\u003ePalatial Khotan Rug\u003cbr\u003e421 × 309 cm · Terracotta, Teal \u0026amp; Greige\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;color:#555;margin:0;\"\u003eThe pomegranate idiom of the Silk Road, hand-knotted in fine hand-spun wool — in an erased, abrashed palette of terracotta, teal and greige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eProvenance and Design Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKhotan\u003c\/strong\u003e design comes from the oasis city of Khotan on the southern Silk Road in \u003cstrong\u003eEast Turkestan\u003c\/strong\u003e (today’s Xinjiang). Khotan rugs are defined by a quiet geometric clarity — above all the famous \u003cstrong\u003epomegranate allover\u003c\/strong\u003e, in which rows of stylised pomegranate blossoms rise from the ground in staggered repeat. They remain one of the most architecturally readable design families in the Oriental rug canon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece was \u003cstrong\u003ehand-knotted in Afghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003efinest hand-spun wool\u003c\/strong\u003e on a cotton foundation, in the contemporary \u003cstrong\u003e“Erased Industrial” finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — the design is rendered in softened, partly worn-away contours with the pile cut short, giving the surface an immediate, lived-in patina. The result carries the historic Khotan idiom while reading as fully contemporary in a modern interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eColour and Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe field carries the classic \u003cstrong\u003eKhotan pomegranate allover\u003c\/strong\u003e — rows of rounded pomegranate blossoms in staggered repeat across the whole surface, framed by several narrow geometric borders. The palette is the heart of this piece: a deep, abrashed \u003cstrong\u003egreige \/ grey-brown ground\u003c\/strong\u003e over which the pomegranates and border tracery glow in warm \u003cstrong\u003eterracotta and rust-orange\u003c\/strong\u003e, picked out and outlined in \u003cstrong\u003eteal \/ petrol blue\u003c\/strong\u003e. The erased finish lets the ground shift constantly between taupe, grey and brown, so the rug never reads as a flat colour — it has the depth and movement of a genuine antique, in a thoroughly modern key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003ePresence in the Room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e421 × 309 cm (13.0 m²)\u003c\/strong\u003e this is an oversize, palatial-scale piece — a rug for generous, architectural rooms. Three contexts in which the Khotan reaches its full effect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrand living room:\u003c\/strong\u003e beneath a generous sofa group of four to five pieces, the deep abrashed ground anchors the room while the terracotta-and-teal drawing gives it warmth — ideal for interiors built around natural stone, concrete or pale oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStately dining hall:\u003c\/strong\u003e under a long table for eight to ten, the pomegranate field reads as a measured, architectural pattern from above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern loft or gallery space:\u003c\/strong\u003e in a minimal interior, the erased finish creates a dialogue between historic textile heritage and contemporary architecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;width:35%;color:#666;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e421 × 309 cm (13.8 × 10.1 ft) · 13.0 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eKhotan pomegranate allover, Erased-Industrial finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted in Afghanistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eMaterial (pile)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e100% finest hand-spun wool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eFoundation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eCotton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eTechnique\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted, short-cut pile for authentic vintage feel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eColours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eGreige \/ grey-brown ground; terracotta, rust, teal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eEra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eContemporary production, vintage look\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eNew, unused\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eUnderfloor heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSuitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eReference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e#16284055\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eAn Investment-Grade Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this scale, quality and price point, the Palatial Khotan is not only a furnishing but a \u003cstrong\u003ecollectible investment piece\u003c\/strong\u003e. Fine hand-knotted oversize rugs in hand-spun wool are increasingly difficult to source, and a well-kept example of this calibre holds its value as a lasting asset — a considered acquisition for a principal room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails open style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the “Erased Industrial” finish?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eIt is a contemporary finishing technique in which the freshly woven rug is given a controlled wash and the pile is cut short, so the pattern appears softened and partly “worn away.” The effect mimics the gentle abrash and patina of a genuine antique, while the rug itself is new. It pairs the historic Khotan design with a modern, lived-in surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the pomegranate motif?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eThe pomegranate is the signature motif of Khotan weaving — a symbol of fertility and abundance along the Silk Road. On this rug it appears as an allover repeat: rows of rounded pomegranate blossoms rising across the entire field, rather than a single central medallion, giving the calm, architectural rhythm Khotan rugs are known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #eee;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow do I care for an oversize hand-knotted wool rug?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eRegular vacuuming without a beater bar is the basic care — vacuum in the direction of the pile. On smooth floors we recommend an anti-slip underlay. Blot spills immediately with cold water and a light cotton cloth, never rub. For a piece of this size and value we recommend professional hand washing every few years. We are glad to advise on care and, if needed, arrange collection and cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eA Verified Source · Trust and Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDjoharian has been a trusted name in fine Oriental rugs since 1967, with roots in the Grand Carpet Bazaar of Tehran. We are a \u003cstrong\u003everified seller on 1stDibs since 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a 5.0 \/ 5 rating across our reviews and “Recognized Dealer” standing. Our rugs have featured in international productions, including the film \u003cem\u003eSpencer\u003c\/em\u003e (2021) with Kristen Stewart. Every piece is accompanied by a \u003cstrong\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eResponsible Sourcing · Label STEP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDjoharian is a \u003cstrong\u003eLabel STEP certified dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e for fair-trade knotted rugs — a commitment to dignified working conditions and against child labour in rug production. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/label-step.org\/dealers\/djoharian-teppiche\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVisit the Label STEP entry for Djoharian Teppiche →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eService and Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece in the Djoharian Collection is expertly inspected in our atelier in Lohr am Main, professionally washed and shipped with a certificate of authenticity. Secure and fast worldwide shipping, fully insured, and personal consultation in our showroom or by video call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-top:40px;padding-top:25px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:0.8rem;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eSince 1967  |  1stDibs Recognized Dealer  |  Label STEP Certified\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Djoharian Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52450443952395,"sku":"16284055","price":12265.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/5721\/1781\/files\/16284055-Khotan-Palatial-Rug-Teppich-Tapis-421x309cm-00.jpg?v=1778142334","url":"https:\/\/the-rug-merchant.com\/en-ch\/products\/palatial-khotan-rug-erased-industrial-14x10-421x309-16284055","provider":"Djoharian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}