Afghan Karaghai-Kazak Rug - 1.22 x 0.82 Tribal

Afghan Karaghai-Kazak Rug - 1.22 x 0.82 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

This carpet has a central medallion  with a field rich in floral elements whose curves and colours are skilfully combined

Yazds have traditional floral patterns and they bear a striking resemblance to the legandary rugs of the city of Kashan

The fine silk thread used makes it possible to produce incredibly detailed patterns

Prayer rugs are characterised by the prayer niche

Balanced and harmonious patterns such as medallions

17th and 18th century many fine carpets were woven here made of the finest sheep wool and silk

They are inexpensive and durable

Border of flower heads and leaf forms

colour and thickness

They are knotted from thick wool

green and ivory

The ancient city of Nahavand in western Iran is one of Iran's leading rug-proveniences