Old Handwoven Carpet, All-over Layout, Wool on Cotton Warp, Kashan, 60 × 80 cm Ref 10000073

This Kashan handwoven rug with an all-over design and a pictorial composition is a rare and delicate work, woven in fine wool on a cotton warp, narrating a scene inspired by Christian spiritual stories in an accomplished artistic language. With dimensions of 60 × 80 cm (2'0" × 2'7") and an area of 0.48 m² (5.17 ft²), it belongs to the category of small pictorial rugs—an artwork-sized piece suited to hanging on a wall or displaying in a special corner of a home or gallery. At the heart of the rug, the depiction of “Jesus Christ and the Holy Mary” conveys not only a belief but also a deep reflection on humanity, faith, and serenity. This distinctive composition demonstrates the weaver’s profound understanding of imagery’s power to convey meaning—a narrative of light and kindness adorned with Iranian finesse. Its weaving density is approximately 5,100 knots/dm², a notable fineness for a wool construction that enables accurate rendering of faces, expressions, and pictorial details. A cream field with a khaki-toned border imparts perfect visual harmony and calm, setting the sacred scene within a warm, earthy frame. This Kashan piece is more than an old handwoven rug; it is a bridge between cultures, traditions, and a human gaze toward spirituality.