Afghan Rug - 7.85 x 0.71 Connoisseur

Afghan Rug - 7.85 x 0.71 ConnoisseurAn 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

During the 16th

This carpet is from the city of Tabriz and is handmade

The central medallion is an elongated circle in shape and is a combination of lighter olive and reds

and navy blue

This is because of the geniuses of their designers

coming from the Quchan County in Razavi Khorasan Province

Caucasian and Armenian carpets retained their customary geometric patterns remained popular

These are used as blankets and known as Gabeh patuee

made in the district of Meymeh

The center of this carpet is adorned with a rich array of colors and floral motifs

a large salt desert to the east

Other carpets from India are sold under the names of Amritsar