Afghan Kilim Rug - 1.53 x 0.96 Balouchi

Afghan Kilim Rug - 1.53 x 0.96 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

This carpet would look very impressive in any setting

and knives to peel them with

The medallion style has one

employing vivid reds

This stunning handmade carpet comes from the city of Tabriz and is made of wool  The central medallion is an elongated circle in shape and is a combination of lighter olive and reds

wefts can be either cotton or wool

champagne and red

It is decorated with leaf

do so in an attempt to follow a tradition of textile art that has been part of their culture for thousands of years

and luxurious texture

although a lot of changes have been made to the designs

Weavers from Ardekan use a Persian asymmetrical knot