Afghan Kilim Rug - 1.98 x 1.49 tribal

Afghan Kilim Rug - 1.98 x 1.49 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

brightly coloured and have a thick pile

The design of this carpet is a work of genius

Turkmen rug

The impact of this carpet is great given the combination of colours which are very refined and muted

wefts can be either cotton or wool

and elaborate medallions

Boteh is the Farsi word used to describe in immature flower or palm leaf

Otherwise we miss the point and the mystical beauty of such art

Design and colour been used in these carpets are unique and very durable

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

weeping willows and cypresses

100% wool pile