Afghan Sultan Collection Vegetable Dye Rug - 1.94 x 1.07 Gabeh

Afghan Sultan Collection Vegetable Dye Rug - 1.94 x 1.07 GabehAn 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

Sometimes it is referred to as maki

and these weavers gave the rug its distinctive design

modified oriental styles

This carpet has a complicated and very beautiful central medallion that has lovely colours and motifs

A magnificent central medallion carpet that has around the medallion a beautiful subdued yellow coloured base field that together create the illusion of a human-eye

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

The usual kind of background colours for Kashan carpets are rich red and dark blue

and craftsmen to the highest standard of design

Colours and Patterns

It is a wonderful work of art and may be purchased with Peter Faeghi's highest recommendation and with complete confidence

subtle and soft

A perfect addition to your home or collection