Afghan Kilim Rug - 1.49 x 1.03 Turkaman

Afghan Kilim Rug - 1.49 x 1.03 TurkamanAn 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 pure silk carpet has a small central medallion that is in the shape of a flower

shrubs & trees

The import of textiles from the west lead to the decline of this craft

and which is square shaped

A durable & hard-wearing hand-woven hall runner with an all-over bold Mahi (Fish) design set within a red-toned background

The medallion is framed delightfully by 6 Boteh motifs (4 large

The city of Qum is considered by some to be the second most holy city of the Scythians after Meshed

Afshar Carpets The Afshar are tent-dwellers

There is much harmony and balance to this carpet

The weavers also produce other trappings of the nomadic lifestyle

The colours and shapes of this carpet are truly amazing

Mood is the name of a region in Birjand and the rug weaving style is unique to that region