Afghan Super Fine Kazak

Afghan Super Fine KazakThe relatively rare Sumak kilim, which gets its name from the ancient town of Shemakja, is not a actually a kilim. It is flat woven, but the Sumak is created using a tapestry weaving technique in which the weft decorative rather than structural is woven through a number of warp strands before being looped back. The result is a thick, strong, decorative textile that is smooth on the front and ragged on the back, without the characteristic slits of a

saddle blankets

undyed natural wool makes it soft and comfortable underfoot

Khal Mohammadi rugs are made of 100% wool and natural dyes and are legendary for their excellent workmanship and striking finish

carpets made in Nepal feature modern western patterns in pastel colours

birds and trees in tribal motifs as well as geometrical diamonds

with motifs outlined in light yellow

Although the heavily patterned borders feature the latch-hook and reciprocal saw-tooth designs typical of rugs made in the southwestern United States

creating rugs that are tightly packed

coarse texture and their compatibility with modern design

Considered to resemble the first carpets in history that date back several hundred years before Christ

almost blanket-like feel – use the Ghiorde

where these rugs were used as blankets