Afghan Wool Rug - 1.93 x 0.98 Balouchi

Afghan Wool Rug - 1.93 x 0.98 BalouchiAn 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

Fairly recently rugs have been made in the city of Hamadan itself

The robust carpets have a retilinear design

The central medallion is an elongated circle in shape and is a combination of lighter olive and reds

The tones are earthy but also romantic floral

Border of rosettes

some say that this symbolizes a hide stretched for preparation

The camel pattern used here is often used as a motif to augur wealth and happiness

it extends length way to form part of the delightful design

the design in the carpets do not belong to local traditions but were inspired by other workshops

Featuring a classic central medallion in the shape of a human eye

ensuring unmatched quality and artistic integrity

animals and an abundance of flowers