Afghan Wool Rug - 1.23 x 0.83 classic

Afghan Wool Rug - 1.23 x 0.83 classicAn 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

It is made from silk and comes form the city of Qum

and in the lower corners are two birds which are auspicious

they possess an undeniable allure

with one motif fitting perfectly with the others

This is a central medallion Qum silk carpet

Saveh rugs are known in the antique market from the late nineteenth century

this carpet is enhanced by beautiful guard borders

and human figures in the field

The borders generally have an alternating large leaf with flower head motif

There is a wonderful and brilliantly balanced assortment of colours that suggests refined taste and excellence

The beautifully combined colours mostly consist of red and beige tones

It is from the city of Tabriz