Afghan Karaghai-Kazak Rug - 1.24 x 0.79 Tribal

Afghan Karaghai-Kazak Rug - 1.24 x 0.79 TribalAn 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

This is a beautiful central medallion carpet that is a runner

Designed by Master SalimAbadi

Lovely contrast in shades of colour with charming use of shades and tones of the colours green and blue/grey

The motifs are found in a cluster (all-over pattern)

Carpet weaving may have been introduced into the area of present-day Pakistan as far back as the eleventh century

The carpet is made the more remarkable with silk inlays that give it much vitality and charm

weeping willows and cypresses

These carpets are a celebration of Afghanistan’s rich weaving heritage and the spirit of the Sultan region – its lush landscapes

Tabriz Superfine Persian Rugs – Luxury Craftsmanship from One of Iran’s Oldest Weaving Centres

The knotting is very fine and the warp and weft are made of cotton or silk

Much the same as books

located in northwestern Iran quite close to Tehran