Afghan Super Fine Kondooz

Afghan Super Fine KondoozThe 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

Beautiful rugs that mirror the traditional bordered Bidjar style of rug with a mohi (fish) medallion in the center

Kazak rugs adorned the walls and floors of palaces and were placed at the foot of kings

high quality versions are also made in Pakistan and India

which are knotted from high-quality natural silk but are much more affordable than their Persian counterparts

Some of these newer carpets feature a vibrant salmon pink field (dughi) achieved by mixing red dye with yogurt

Since the 15th century

on the other hand

a legendary Ersari Turkmen rug producer and master dyer from northern Afghanistan

structural strength and enormous weight

Maimana rugs are un-dyed

the detail work in Khal Mohammadi carpets varies

Perfect for Christmas