Persian Afshar Rug - 2.80 x 1.76 Turkaman

Persian Afshar Rug - 2.80 x 1.76 TurkamanThe Afhar are tent dwellers. Their primary occupation is sheep husbandry and handicraft such as many ornamental weavings: saddlebags, salt bags and flat weaves known in the West as kilims. They are however best known for their superb carpets in an array of eclectic designs. Afshar means obedient. Since the Safavid period, the tribal group Afshar migrated from their origins in Central Asia to settle in Iranian Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan republic, and

Solid & hard-wearing

The intricate patterns and wonderful guard borders add a touch of elegance to any room

The motifs in the filed of the carpet are sprays of flowers that direct your attention to its centre

The art of manufacturing carpets was introduced in India

Woven across hundreds of surrounding villages rather than centralised workshops

they are nevertheless of very good quality

It will make a world of difference

red and tan in each of the four sectors of the field of the carpet

whose signature appears on it

This carpet is one that represents joy and happiness

and homeowners seeking a statement piece that blends beauty with heritage

and yellows