Qom Rugs

Facts
Type	Persian Rugs
Location	Central Iran (former Persia)
Typical Knot Density	240,000 - 1,600,000 knots / sqm
Characteristics	Known for very high quality natural silk

Only the riverbed in which the city of Qom (Ghom, Qum) lies has dried up. The carpets of this carpet provenance beyond the Iranian borders, on the other hand, are widespread and highly valued. They stand for fine quality with very dense knotting. Some Persian carpets from this region have a knot density of more than 600,000 knots, consequently belong to the very fine Iranian craftsmanship.

The used material of Qom carpets is also of special origin. Silk carpets as well as wool carpets are crafted here. Natural silk from Qum is known worldwide for its high quality. The carpets show patterns from very different regions of Iran. Among others, figurative patterns with stylized plants and animals are common. Medallion designs can also be found.

Although carpets have only been knotted in this region for almost 100 years, Ghom carpets are very popular and valued for their discreet luxury. The quality of natural silk from Qom is particularly well known. For example, silk carpets from Qum are highly appreciated.

Examples of this Type

Impressions from Qom

Fatemeh Masumeh Shrine in Qom, Iran	Fatemeh Masumeh Shrine in Qom, Iran

Location - where do you find the city of Qom?

The city lies between Kashan and Tehran on the river of the same name.