Kashan Oversize Rug | Featured in the Film Spencer
Origin: Kashan, Iran
Dimensions: 434 × 315 cm (14.3 × 10.4 ft)
Shape: Rectangular
Date: Mid-20th century
Material: Hand-knotted wool pile on cotton foundation
Provenance: Used on the set of Spencer (2021), directed by Pablo Larraín and starring Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana
Item No.: 12102
Film Provenance
This striking oversize Kashan rug gained notable recognition through its placement in the award-nominated film Spencer, which portrays a fictionalized weekend in the life of Princess Diana. Carefully selected by the film’s production design team, the rug was featured in the royal interiors filmed at German castles such as Schloss Nordkirchen and Schlosshotel Kronberg. Its opulent yet restrained design helped evoke the mood of quiet formality and emotional isolation that defines the film’s visual atmosphere.
Design & Aesthetics
Kashan carpets are known for their classical elegance, fine detailing, and formal structure. This particular rug features a traditional medallion-and-corner layout (also called "toranj" design), with an elaborate central medallion surrounded by scrolling vines, palmettes, and stylized floral motifs. The craftsmanship is representative of the finest Kashan weaving workshops.
Color palette (approximate Pantone references):
Deep Crimson – Pantone 7621 C (central medallion and floral details)
Midnight Blue – Pantone 2965 C (main field)
Soft Ivory – Pantone 7527 C (outlining and background elements)
Sage Green – Pantone 556 C (accent leaves and border motifs)
Technical Features
Size: 434 x 315 cm (14.3 x 10.4 ft) – a grand format suitable for large interiors
Knot Density: Fine – consistent with traditional Kashan weaving
Material: High-quality wool pile on cotton warp and weft
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light, even patina appropriate to age
Signature: Woven signature of the knot master, a mark of authenticity and workshop prestige
Why This Rug Is Exceptional
This rug is not only a fine example of early 20th-century Persian carpet artistry but also carries a unique cinematic provenance. It served as part of the visual language of Spencer, contributing to the emotional atmosphere of one of the film’s most intimate spaces. For collectors, designers, or film enthusiasts, it offers a rare intersection of material beauty and cultural narrative.
