Afghan Chobi Vegetable Dye

Afghan Chobi 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

beige and dark blue

most often red

Hand-knotted Tabriz rugs are renowned not only for their exceptional quality and longevity but also for their limitless designs – the most diverse of any rug

It is flat-woven

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

The skilled Qashqai weavers who make these rugs are highly regarded for their expressive craftsmanship and attention to detail

Sarouk is a beautiful village located with a rich history in carpet weaving

Afghan Beshir rugs are hand knotted and emphasize geometric patterns in their designs

seven-sided centre medallion that has smaller diamond shapes at either end

Although the strong pattern is usually rectilinear

and is another fine addition to the Oriental rug family

) Named after the village where it is crafted