Afghan Modern Vegetable Dye

Afghan Modern Vegetable DyeThe kilim rug is steeped in tradition. Considered to resemble the first carpets in history that date back several hundred years before Christ, the roots of the kilim trace back to the nomadic peoples of the Middle East, where these rugs were used as blankets, seat mats, saddle blankets, wall decoration and carpets. Hand woven, the 'flatweave' kilim is almost identical top and bottom, making both sides of the carpet usable. Warp and weft weaving

These carpets are exciting and unique

southernmost Caucasus

latch or stepped hook medallions or small animal figures

which come in small and mid-sizes only

White borders delineate central images and the perimeter is rich in traditional geometric patterns

light red or turquoise for background contrast

The most popular design is the

Within these patterns there is a lot of variety

a large group living a nomadic lifestyle in Northeastern Persia

dark blue and black

these Indian and Pakistan varieties use cotton

The central floral-bouquet medallion is surrounded by floral sprays and highlighted by threads in ivory