Afghan Wool Rug - 1.38 x 1.15 Tribal

Afghan Wool Rug - 1.38 x 1.15 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

Until the beginning of this century

The rugs are in allover or medallion designs

Heriz carpets are durable and hard-wearing and they can last for generations

which whilst luxurious

adding strength and embroidery-like pattern

In this central medallion carpet we see so many colours and shapes that provide much interest and delight

It is extraordinary and very rare beautiful central mendallion rug incorpoarting wonderful soft tones of colour

or Isfahan

who live in the Sagros mountains near the city of Isfahan - are among the most robust of all Persian carpets

There is no protection for my head other than this door

This carpet has great balance and beauty

This is a truly beautiful silk carpet form the city of Tabriz