Afghan Sumac Rug - 2.46 x 1.76 ConnoisseurAn Afghan rug (or Afghan carpet) is a type of handwoven floor covering textile traditionally made in the northern and western areas of Afghanistan,mainly by Afghan Turkmens and Uzbeks. There are different kinds of Afghan carpets. Especially popular are Khal Mohammadi or Afghan Aqche. Various vegetable and other natural dyes are used to produce the rich colors. The rugs are mostly of medium sizes. Many patterns and colors are used, but the traditional
In this carpet we see the herati pattern beautifully radiating out from the centre to the borders
the nomadic weavers live in a part of the world that is untouched by modern conveniences and technology
Arak rug Arak rugs are hand-woven Persian pieces made in Arak (formerly known as Sultanabad)
Why not experience owning such a carpet
This is a central medallion Qum silk carpet
Shahreza weavings are floral and have designs that reflect the traditional Isfahan Shah Abbas style
This magnificent handmade hallway runner is from Isfahan It is made on a silk foundation and is a central repeat patterns carpet
Otherwise we miss the point and the mystical beauty of such art
the area rugs have a Kurdish influence as well as a Turkish influence
Lovely contrast in shades of colour with charming use of the colour green
Every Tabriz superfine rug is a testament to centuries of Persian weaving tradition
Medallions are the most usual motif
