{"title":"Geometric Rugs (Village \u0026 Nomadic)","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore our carefully curated collection of handcrafted geometric rugs, originating from the rich weaving traditions of Afghanistan and Persia. Each rug in our collection has been selected for its authenticity, craftsmanship, and unique geometric patterns that reflect the region's cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"afghan-chubi-mat-87x57cm","title":"Handmade Afghan Chubi Mat: Timeless Craftsmanship","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAfghan Chubi Mat, a handmade masterpiece that brings warmth, character, and a touch of cultural heritage to any room.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eImagine stepping into your cozy home, greeted by the rich textures and vibrant colors of this exquisite rug. Made from hand-spun Ghazni wool and naturally dyed with gentle, earthy colors, the Chubi mat embodies timeless craftsmanship that speaks to both aesthetic and ethical values.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 87×57cm \/ 2’10″x1’11″\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luxurious wool pile on a sturdy cotton foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Geometric star pattern in vibrant shades of orange, blue, and grey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis new Chubi mat seamlessly fits into various decor styles, whether modern, bohemian, or traditional. Its unique design not only adds a pop of color but also invites guests into a warm and welcoming atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDon’t miss out on the opportunity to own this beautiful handmade piece. 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This rug showcases a beautiful light blue field colour and aubergine border with a dramatic medallion centrepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere is this fine light blue Afghan Kazak Rug from?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine Afghan Kazak rugs are a desirable choice due to their striking geometric motifs and eye-catching colours. The Afghan Kazak production was initially developed in the 1980s in Pakistan by Afghan refugees; this production has subsequently moved back to Afghanistan and these days many are made in the vicinity of Kabul by Hazara weavers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Fine Afghan Kazak rugs are also known in the trade under monikers such as Super Kazak, Supreme Kazak, Royal Kazak, Shirvan as well as others. In reality, the design vocabulary used in these Kazak rugs encompasses patterns and colours from rug origins across the Caucasus region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow was it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rug was handmade by ancient, traditional methods whereby the pile was hand-knotted on to cotton warps threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warps threads are starting-point, these are the strings of material which are passed from one end of the loom to the other end. Tufts of wool are knotted onto pairs of warps in rows across the width of the loom with two or more wefts passing across after each row of knots. The design is produced by the colour of the individual knots of wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor thousands of years rugs have been made by these methods. Indeed, the oldest surviving pile rug, the “Pazyryk rug”, dates from the 4th\/5th Century B.C.!  The durability of the rugs created by these ways is a testament to these original methods and are yet to be surpassed by modern shortcutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fine Kazaks are typically made in a quality of 110,000-150,000 knots per square metre. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rug isn’t just beautiful; it’s practical too and is easy to care for.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s made entirely from natural fibres. It has a thin, closely sheared sheep’s wool pile that offers a high-definition appearance that's both durable and functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfghan Ghazni wool is renowned for its high quality and hard-wearing properties which is ideal for rug making. In its raw form, Ghazni wool is the purest tone of white and rich with lanolin which is perfect for absorbing natural dyes. The wool yarn is hand-spun and this allows for a tighter twist to the fibre thereby creating a more durable fabric. 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It is an exquisite genuine tribal artefact woven by the Turkoman Ersari tribe, probably in northern Afghanistan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating from the late Nineteenth century, this charming antique Turkoman rug boasts a stunning \"mina-khani\" field pattern often associated with the Beshir Ersari. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colours of this antique Chuval rug also take your breath-away. It has a main colour of mahogany along with other colours including dark blue, brown, orange, terracotta and look out for the touches of magenta (which is silk) as well as traces of gold (which is also silk).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn more about this Antique Ersari Chuval\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Chuval (sometimes spelt Juval) is a type of large nomadic storage bag. These were often made in pairs. When the tribe was on the move they were attached to each side of the camel. When in camp, these Chuvals would have been used inside the tent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the useful size of these decorative items, on export, the backs of these bags were usually removed and their life began as a rug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of Turkoman Rug is perhaps the most visually striking of all Turkoman weavings. Ideal for use on the floor or as a stunning display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this Turkoman Chuval is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique tribal rug was made mostly from wool. The pile is for the most part wool, except for some small touches of silk in shades of magenta and gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silk element contained in this Chuval is not surprising. Woven in pairs, these Chuvals were prestigious items that often formed part of a wedding dowry. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warp threads and the weft threads of this Ersari are also made of wool. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe condition of this antique Turkoman rug\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique Ersari is in good decorative condition. It shows heavy wear to the pile, please refer to images 4, 5, 6, 7, \u0026amp; 8, as well as numerous patches and joins. The fringe end has been secured and the sides have been overcast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's shape is somewhat irregular. This is often the case with genuine antique rugs: with decades of footfall, and used (most likely) without underlay, the result is the shape is often not uniform. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all of our rugs, it has been expertly washed and is ready for use or display. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConsider adding a Rug Underlay...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn anti-slip rug underlay is a wise choice to partner with this antique rug. Of course, this Chuval rug is not suitable for areas of heavy foot traffic, but to help preserve this piece for future generations use it with a rug underlay beneath it. 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It also has other colours including cream, blue, ochre and orange. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a classic traditional geometric pattern which is crisp and well defined. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I use this fine red handmade Afghan Kazak Rug?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5x3 sized rugs are incredibly versatile. In the Oriental rug trade this size is known as \"Zaronim\" which is a Persian dimensional term. The beauty of this proportion is that this rug size can be used almost anywhere in your home. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan rug could be used as a hearth rug in a sitting room or snug. It is an excellent size to be laid alongside a bed, but could also perhaps be used in a hallway. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy rug to care for. Oriental rugs are known for their durability. Vacuuming on a weekly basis is all that is required. Perhaps use a good quality anti-slip rug underlay to anchor it in position and this will also help to prevent uneven wear. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this Afghan rug made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade rug is made only from sheep's wool and cotton. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e nasty synthetics or glue!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a woollen pile. It is made from Afghan wool, which is world renowned for its quality and durability. The wool yarn that forms the pile is hand-spun. The benefit of hand-spun wool is that because it is spun tightly it makes for a sturdier fibre. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weaver has used cotton for the foundation material. The foundations are the warp threads, these are what the weaver ties the knots onto and is the first material to be added onto the loom. As a warp material, cotton is an excellent selection. It holds its shape well and is strong. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis rug is handmade, but how?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine Kazak Rug was handcrafted by an ancient rug making technique known as hand-knotting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rug would have been made by one weaver. The wool pile is created by the weaver tying woollen tufts onto pairs of warp threads. These are known as knots. The knots are tied in rows across the width of the loom. When the row of knots is finished, weft threads are inserted between the warps and are beaten into place against the knot row. This is repeated row-by-row until the rug is finished. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHopefully this offers a clue as to how time consuming the rug making process is, and the finished rug is a tribute to the skill and dedication of the weaver. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFind out some more about Afghan Kazak design rugs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfghan Kazak rugs are influenced by antique Caucasian rugs. They are appealing because of their bright clear colours and interesting geometric patterns. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Caucasian Kazak Rugs emanate from the Caucasus, which is an area of land north of Persia and west of the Caspian Sea - this is modern day Azerbaijan and Armenia. The original antique Caucasian rugs are popular with collectors. 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It measures 365x271cm or approximately 12x9. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan carpet is a lovely rich colour. It has a cosy red field with contrasting beige border. It also contains a myriad of other shades including blue, navy blue, orange, ochre and green. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is fantastic with an intricately woven all over theme of geometric motifs. The combination of contrasting colours and crisp design is simply glorious!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I use this large handmade red fine Kazak carpet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 12x9 Afghan carpet is suitable for use in all sorts of rooms. The obvious options are sitting rooms and dining rooms, but it could be laid in bedrooms, entrance halls or libraries. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kazak carpet is handmade with durable natural fibres. It is brand new, so you can use it anywhere in your home! The combination of rich colours and strong patterns offers a forgiving option for everyday use as it will naturally disguise signs of use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an easy carpet to care for: simply vacuum it on a weekly basis, but try to keep the vacuum cleaner away from the fringes. To keep it looking great, consider using a good quality underlay to keep it in place and prevent uneven wear. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine Kazak carpet is durable because of what it is made from and how it was made. It was made with only natural fibres: wool and cotton. It does \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003enot\u003c\/span\u003e contain any synthetic fibres or glues. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pile of this Afghan carpet is made from wool. Local Afghan Ghazni wool is perfect for carpet making. It is tough (like the people) and rich in lanolin. The woollen yarn is hand-spun. The hand-spun wool has a much tighter twist than mill spun yarns, the result of this is a sturdier fibre. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base of the carpet is made from cotton. This is the warps and the wefts. Cotton makes for an excellent warp thread because of its strength. It is abundant in Afghanistan. The warp material is important because this is the first material to be secured onto the loom. The cotton warps are stretched tightly from the top beam of the loom to the bottom beam. On the completed carpets you can see the warp threads poking out as fringes!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow was it handmade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine Afghan Kazak carpet was made by a traditional method called hand-knotting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pile of the carpet is created by the weaver securing tufts of woollen yarn onto pairs of warp threads. Each tuft is a knot. 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It has a spectacularly elegant classic Garous field and border designs with a deep midnight blue ground as well as contrasting reds and golds. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere does this Carpet Design and features originate from?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handknotted carpet is woven in Afghanistan by skilled artisans. It's design is inspired from a classic Persian regional style from Western Persia around the city of Bidjar in a region know as Garous. These types of design are characterisied by dense patterning filling the field, multiple borders, rich colour, as well as combinations of stylized floral motifs throughout the field and borders. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Popular Choice of Carpet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade Garous style carpet has all the design heritage from the vast repertoire of historical Persian carpet styles and is a very popular choice in modern and traditional homes and interiors. The main field colour contains a depth of colour, as well as a depth of design heritage. These types of traditional carpet compositions translate well into modern weaving and broad schemes, so there is both a sense of spaciousness as well as intricacy. The pure wool pile is handwoven with handspun wool dyed with natural vegetable dyes that speak in rich tonalities of deep blues, reds, golden yellows as well as teal-green tones. It is woven on a cotton foundation warps. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Look for in this Carpet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe multiple layering of the intricate field design is certainly to be admired with the typical features of stylized floral sprays. Look for blossom-like appendages radiating organically from leaves, ornate flowerheads and geometric devices. There is a great sense of growth and abundance of botanical features in this magnificent carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Ideal Interior Location for this Carpet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece would be ideal in a living room, drawing room, or indeed, under a dining table. The traditional cloudband border and surrounding ornate floral borders frame the main field superbly. The rich deep blue main field gives a excellent contrast to the golds and reds of the border. This classic carpet will resonate with many already established schemes or prompt additional decor ideas. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: Afghaninstan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 412 x 303cm \/ 13'6\" x 9'11\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness : 7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081455014219,"sku":"TORM-1288-FINE AFGHAN GAROUS CARPET WITH RICH COLOURS-412 X 303CM","price":4095.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Garous_design_4.12x3.03m_MAIN.jpg?v=1786282310"},{"product_id":"afghan-khorjin-rug","title":"Afghan Khorjin Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a splash of colour to your room with this handmade Afghan Khorjin rug. This stunning rug is the ultimate fusion of modern and traditional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 6x4 Afghan rug boasts a rich combination of colours. These colours include rust red, ochre, burnt orange, sludgy green, nutty brown, blue and cream. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is a feast for your eyes too. It shows bands of pattern at each end along with a narrower band of pattern across the centre. Separating the horizontal bands of pattern are stripes without design in various colours. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn some more about this Afghan Khorjin rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade Afghan rug seamlessly infuses a traditional concept with a modern twist.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design inspiration behind this Afghan rug is based upon the format and design repertoire of old and antique saddle-bags. These are known as a \"Khorjin\" (sometimes spelt Khurjeen, as well as other variations). A Khorjin is a saddle-bag used by nomads with a pocket on each side. They can be made entirely of Kilim flat-weave or partly with pile on the decorative face of the bags. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Khorjin design takes the form of pattern on either end of the rug with a dividing section of stripes – on an actual saddle-bag this striped area would be made from flat weave (Kilim). This rug, however, is all pile.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFind out what this Khorjin rug is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough this is a new rug and has a modern look, it was in fact made from traditional rug making materials. These materials are hard wearing natural fibres: wool and cotton. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most noticeable of these materials is the wool pile. This is what captures our attention with it's rich colours and intriguing patterns. The woollen yarn is hand-spun and coloured with natural dyes. The hand-spun yarn creates a strong woollen thread ensuring that this rug is not only luxurious, but is exceptionally durable too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother remarkable feature of this Khorjin rug is the beautiful fringe finishes. We can see an intricate lattice weave between the pile and the fringes which are grouped and wrapped with colourful yarns. Undoubtedly, an exquisite finishing touch! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, on further examination you can see the fringes are made of cotton and they serve a purpose greater than just looking nice. The fringes are actually an integral part of the rug. This is because each strand of fringe travels through the entire rug and surfaces again at the other end as a fringe. The fringes are known as the warp threads, and these are the yarns that the pile (knots) are secured onto. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiscover how this colourful Afghan rug was made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heritage theme continues in how this rug was made. This rug was expertly handcrafted by ancient carpet weaving techniques that have been perfected over generations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe woollen pile was made by the age-old method of hand-knotting. This is a meticulous and lengthy process by which each tuft of pile is formed from a hand-tied knot tied onto pairs of warp threads. The weaver ties the knots in horizontal rows from one side of the loom to the other, and this is followed by weaving weft threads between the warps. After compacting the wefts closely to the row of knots, the next line of knots can be tied. And so on. Row-by-row the rug begins to form. The weaver's precise knotting results in the different coloured knots forming the pattern of the rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's amazing to think that this Afghan Khorjin design rug contains in excess of 350,000 knots. You can't help but admire the talent and dedication of the weaver. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing this multicolour Khorjin rug in your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a statement piece rug that will add warmth, colour and texture to any setting whether contemporary or traditional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's made from high quality natural fibres, so it is not only luxurious underfoot but is also hard wearing. The 6x4 size is useful too, it's a great size that will fit many locations in any home. The cosy colours and interesting patterns make it a great choice for use in living rooms, entrance halls and bedrooms. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 188×124cm \/ 6’2″x4’1″\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081455243595,"sku":"TORM-1286-AFGHAN KHORJIN RUG-188 X 124CM","price":819.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Khorjin-1.88x1.24m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282357"},{"product_id":"belouch-rug-strip-1-89x0-97m","title":"Belouch Rug\/strip 1.89x0.97m","description":"Hand-knotted, one-of-a-kind finely woven tribal rug made entirely from wool.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003eBelouch Rug\/strip\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.89×0.97m \/ 6’3″x3’2″ \u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e10mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003eBelouch\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003eWool pile, wool warps and weft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e This rug has classic colours including dark blue with red as well as touches of cream and brown. It has a classic Belouch geometric all over design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full pile. 10\/20 years old. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn appearance, Belouch Rugs can have a rather dark or sombre appearance. The designs produced are numerous. Each one is unique; these are truely fascinating rugs!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs well as rugs, the Belouch weavers are prolific makers of Prayer Rugs, khorjins (saddle-bags), namakdans (salts bags), chanteh (small bags) and other tribal trappings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelouch Rugs tend to be light in weight, thin in pile and flexible – after-all Belouch Rugs are essentially nomadic rugs so therefore are made to be portable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditionally Belouch Rugs represent some of the best value types of handmade rugs available to buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theorientalrugshop.co.uk\/take-a-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant\u003c\/a\u003e, 11 High Street, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.visittunbridgewells.com\/shopping\/high-street\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e01892 533080\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:enquiries@theorientalrugmerchant.co.uk\"\u003eenquiries@theorientalrugmerchant.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081455472971,"sku":"TORM-1284-BELOUCH RUG\/STRIP 1.89X0.97M","price":450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Belouch-1.89x0.97m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282362"},{"product_id":"khan-mohamadi-rug","title":"Khan-Mohamadi Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Khan Mohamadi Rug is full of character and charm, this super hard wearing quality Afghan rug has been hand crafted and made with a velvety texture hand-knotted woollen pile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere are Khan Mohamadi Rugs made?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are hand made within the towns of Kunduz and Andkoy and their surrounding villages in Northern Afghanistan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully hand made Afghan Khan-Mohamadi rug featuring the typical rich browny-red field colour with the dark blue\/black design in the classic geometric and highly attractive original design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat defines a Khan Mohamadi rug?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpertly hand made by highly skilled Ersari Turkoman weavers these Afghan Khan Mohamadi Rugs have for some time now been woven in Andkhoy and Kunduz, Afghanistan.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost Afghan rugs are given the name of the location in which they are made, Khan Mohamadi Rugs are different and are actually named after the man who invented this design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKhan Mohamadi Rugs are generally of an all-over repeating design,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ealthough there are some examples of Khan Mohamadi rugs produced that do feature very ornate medallions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rugs made consist of a 100% hand-spun woollen pile, and this feels luxurious, the woollen pile has been hand-knotted onto a cotton warp foundation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey rug details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of origin: Andkhoy, Northern Afghanistan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 140×98cm \/ 4’7″x3’3″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness: 6mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081455800651,"sku":"TORM-1283-KHAN-MOHAMADI RUG-140 X 98CM","price":275.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Khan-mo-1.40x0.98m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282367"},{"product_id":"khan-mohamadi-strip","title":"Khan Mohamadi Strip","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a very useful size of Afghan Khan Mohamadi strip\/runner and is exceptionally great value…\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom it’s robust hard wearing wool to its fantastic design this piece is suitable enough to be used\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eas either a wider door mat and would also look great sat in front of a hearth.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThis unique shape also lends itself for use alongside a bed too.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColours and Design:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoven in a beautiful vibrant and rich browney-red field with dark blue\/black utilised for most of the design with hints of golds \u0026amp; beige in some of the smaller motifs. This rug features the attractive and traditional geometric Khan Mohamadi design with 3 guys.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere are Khan Mohamadi Rugs made?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are hand crafted on the looms that are within the towns of Kunduz and Andkoy and some of the surrounding villages in North Afghanistan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat defines a Khan Mohamadi rug?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-made by skilled artisan Ersari Turkoman weavers these Afghan Khan Mohamadi Rugs have been woven for some time now in the town Andkhoy or Kunduz, Northern Afghanistan.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNearly all Afghan rugs gain their names from either the location in which they are made, alternatively Khan Mohamadi Rugs are actually named after the person who created this design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKhan Mohamadi Rugs are usually of the same all-over repeating gul design,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ealthough there are some examples of Khan Mohamadi rugs created that feature very ornate and pretty medallions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rugs are made with a 100% hand-spun woollen pile, and this feels luxurious and deep, the woollen pile has been expertly woven onto the cotton warp foundation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey rug details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of origin: Andkhoy, Northern Afghanistan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 145×52cm \/ 4’9″x1’9″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness: 8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081455898955,"sku":"TORM-1282-KHAN MOHAMADI STRIP-145 X 52CM","price":149.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Af-Khan-1.45x0.52m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282369"},{"product_id":"khan-mohamadi-runner","title":"Khan Mohamadi Runner","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Khan Mohamadi Runner represents amazing value and quality, it also has the added benefit of being a very durable choice for use within many higher footfall areas; 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black Kilim\/flatweave end finishes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(see images 5 \u0026amp; 6)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe strapping on the underside (see image 6) is to prevent the edges from curling under.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the main attributes of Kunduz rugs?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are of a higher quality weave than Afghan Khan Mohamadi Rugs.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThey have a much higher knot count that makes for a very fine and consistent weave with a hard wearing and velvety smooth textured pile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pile of this runner is hand-knotted on to wool warps (occasionally these are cotton).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most intersecting and distinguishing traits of Afghan Kunduz Rugs is found at both of the flat weave kilim ends of the rugs, these are normally woven with alternating red and black squares or diagonal stripes\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere is this Kunduz runner made?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis has been elaborately hand-woven in Northern Afghanistan in Kunduz.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe designs that they have produced are generally all-over repeating designs, typically inspired by ancient Turkoman rug patterns such as Alma Gul (apple blossom), Baghi Shinar, Baba Saqal, Hatchlou (Purdah) to name a few, as well as some superbly refined depictions of Khan Mohamadi patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey rug details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of origin: Kunduz, Northern Afghanistan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 310×91cm \/ 10’2″x3’0″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness: 6mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarp: Wool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081457537355,"sku":"TORM-1309-AFGHAN KUNDUZ RUNNER (FINE QUALITY)-310 X 91CM","price":1075.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Kunduz-3.10x0.91m-Main.jpg?v=1786282405"},{"product_id":"old-belouch-wide-runner-rug","title":"Old Belouch wide runner rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eIdeal for adding warmth and visual interest to your home this characterful old Belouch wide runner rug will create comfort and texture to wherever you unroll it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wide runner rug displays an intriguing design of rows of stylised trees or vases along with sweet small floral and animal emblems. The colour scheme of this wide Belouch runner rug is particularly appealing. It features a mature scheme of a charcoal-black background with detail shades of teal, terracotta and beige. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere you can use this old Belouch wide runner rug in your home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent choice for use in a period property, the elongated format of this runner rug makes it a great option for use in hallways and wide corridors. Although this is an old runner (in the region of 30-40 years old), it still has plenty of life left in it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was handmade with a woollen pile, which is both hard-wearing and luxurious. The pile is still a good thickness at approximately 7mm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extra width of this Afghan Belouch runner is a handy option for use in other rooms. It is the sort of size that would look well at the foot of a bed. Padding across it bare-foot, you would really feel the plushness of it's woollen pile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEqually, this is a visually interesting rug to look at, so if the room allows, you could position it in a living room. Maybe running it behind a sofa or in front of an inglenook.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFind out some more about this old wide runner rug\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wide-width tribal runner was handwoven by the Belouch tribe. The Belouch inhabit vast areas of land in western Afghanistan. The conditions of this area are harsh: ranging from scorching heat to biting cold. This is an arid landscape where trees hardly grow, the ones that do are revered. This probably explains the tree and floral depictions in this old Belouch runner. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiscover some more about how this long Belouch rug was made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Belouch runner rug was handmade by ancient weaving techniques. These rug making methods have been passed down through the generations, as have the interesting rug designs that spellbind our eyes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe woollen pile that we find so desirable, was handcrafted by a meticulous carpet weaving method known as hand-knotting. This is a time-consuming way of making rugs, but is steeped in tradition and the finished article is a long-lasting creation of beauty and uniqueness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a hand-knotted rug such as this Afghan runner, each coloured tuft of pile is formed for a knot tied by hand onto pairs of woollen warp threads. The warp threads are the long strands of yarn upon which the rug is created. Handmade rugs will always have warp threads, and these can be of wool, cotton or silk fibres. Traditionally woollen warps indicate a tribal or nomadic origin. You can decipher what the warp threads are made from by examining the fringes of the rug, as the fringes are in fact the excess of the warps protruding at each end. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tribal runner-rug would have been woven by one weaver on a flat loom. She tied the knots in rows, knotting from one side of the loom to the other. Following this sequence of knotting by inserting weft threads between the warps and compacting these against the row of knots. These processes are repeated over and over. All of the different coloured knots contained in this weaving work together to form the pattern of the runner. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 278×112cm \/ 9’2″x3’8″ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: In the region of 30-40 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Clean and full pile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081457602891,"sku":"TORM-1308-OLD BELOUCH WIDE RUNNER RUG-278 X 112CM","price":825.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Belouch-2.78x1.12m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282408"},{"product_id":"bakhtiari-design-turquoise-carpet","title":"Bakhtiari design turquoise carpet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis stunning handmade carpet is a perfect modern reinterpretation of a traditional design. The fresh shade of turquoise as the background for the design contributes to this modernised vibe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interesting pattern is a contemporary version of a Persian garden design. This handmade Bakhtiari design turquoise carpet displays an all over theme of squares, each panel containing a floral motif contained within a border surround. There are 48 panels in total. The panelled arrangement is surrounded by a simple combination of floral shrubs and cypress tree emblems. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with the turquoise main colour, this Bakhtiari design carpet displays a plethora of additional detail colours. These shades include rust, burnt orange, ochre, green, brown, navy, and cream. Something for every colour scheme, or perhaps just a statement in itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFind out some more about this Bakhtiari design turquoise carpet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bakhtiari design carpet was handmade in Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, the ingenious Afghan rug producers have been busily reinterpreting age-old rug patterns from across the world, often modernising old fashioned designs with modern flair. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan Bakhtiari carpet is an excellent example. The Bakhtiar is a large Persian tribe that has settled into towns and villages west of Isfahan in central Persia. They are especially known for their production of Persian Garden design rugs. These elaborate Persian rugs were woven in towns such as Chaleshotor and Shahr Kurd. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the garden panels seemingly floating against a plain backdrop combined with a uncomplicated surround this handmade Afghan Bakhtiari design carpet visually simplifies and modernises the complex Persian theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandmade from Natural Fibres\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis breath-taking Afghan carpet was made from just hard-wearing Afghan wool and sturdy cotton. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen admiring the beauty of this carpet and walking across it, it is the wool pile that we enjoy. Afghan wool is world renowned for its quality and durability. The wool on this carpet is hand-spun for extra stiffness creating a hardier fibre. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cotton element of this rug is the underlying foundation materials. The warps threads are made from cotton. The warps are the starting-point as the first material to be secured onto the loom. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will notice the attractive fringes of this Bakhtiari carpet, secured in a lattice formation and then grouped and wrapped with colourful embellishments. Each of the strands of fringe runs through the carpet and out the other end, because the fringes are also the warp threads. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this Afghan carpet was handmade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pile of this Bakhtiari design carpet was made by hand-knotting. This is an ancient carpet making technique which has been honed over generations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tufts of pile are formed by knots tied by hand. Coloured yarn is tied onto pairs of warp threads. Thus, each tuft of pile is made by a knot. The weaver ties the knots in lines across the width of the carpet. When the line of knots is completed, weft threads are inserted and beaten against the line of knots. The knots collaborate to form the colours and pattern of the carpet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are so many knots in this carpet (probably approaching three quarters of million), that you can really appreciate the skill and dedication that went into making it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing this Bakhtiari carpet in your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 8x6, this carpet is an excellent size that is often used between sofas in living rooms. It's a stunning colour and visually intriguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWherever you decide to lay it, it will prove to be tough, as it is made from hard wearing natural fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 244×180cm \/ 8’0″x5’11″ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081460715851,"sku":"TORM-1303-BAKHTIARI DESIGN TURQUOISE CARPET-244 X 180CM","price":1475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Bakhtiari-2.44x1.80m_MAIN.jpg?v=1786282370"},{"product_id":"berber-beni-mrirt-carpet-3-05x1-52m","title":"Berber Beni Mrirt Carpet 3.05x1.52m","description":"Wow! 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A charmingly whimsical tribal pattern!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age:\u003c\/strong\u003eFull, thick pile; chunky quality. 10-20 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Berber Beni Mrirt Rugs are from the Middle Atlas Mountains. These are often richly coloured with primitive tribal decorations, of medium fineness and a deep pile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBerber Rugs are light wearing; ideal for Bedroom and Sitting Room locations. Not suitable for hard wear areas. Consider using an Underlay for use on hard floors (i.e. wood, tiles, etc).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theorientalrugshop.co.uk\/take-a-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant\u003c\/a\u003e, 11 High Street, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.visittunbridgewells.com\/shopping\/high-street\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081462714699,"sku":null,"price":859.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Beni-MRirt-3.05x1.52m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282464"},{"product_id":"vintage-azilal-rug-2-30x1-40m","title":"Vintage Azilal Rug 2.30x1.40m","description":"A piece of Modern Art for your floor! A traditional handmade Berber rug, these rugs work particularly well in contemporary stylish interiors adding another dimension to your floor space visually, physically \u0026amp; stylistically.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003eVintage Azilal Rug\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.30×1.40m \/ 7’7″x4’7″\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003eMorocco.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003eHand-knotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool pile, cotton warp (fringe at one end, the other end is flat woven) and wool wefts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e This vintage Azilal rug features an off-white background with black lattice overlay along with flashes of pink zigzag side borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age: \u003c\/strong\u003eIt has full pile. \u003cspan style=\"color: #999999;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's in the region of\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 20 years old.\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAzilal rugs have been known to be exhibited as works of art in galleries as their abstract design and geometric symbols are much admired. As with all tribal rugs: symbols, pattern and ideas are passed down from generation to generation continue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJust as with our collection of Moroccan rugs originally were for the home and these particularly provided warmth against harsh nights combined with artistry and weaver’s imagination and skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Azilal rugs as their name implies originate from the high up craggy remote Azilal region in the Atlas Mountains. They possess great amounts of creative design and a wonderful discovery to complete our Moroccan rug collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBerber Rugs are light wearing; ideal for Bedroom and Sitting Room locations. Not suitable for hard wear areas. Consider using an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theorientalrugshop.co.uk\/rug-underlay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUnderlay\u003c\/a\u003e for use on hard floors (i.e. wood, tiles, etc).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant, 11 High Street, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.visittunbridgewells.com\/shopping\/high-street\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081465499979,"sku":null,"price":356.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Azilal_2.30x1.40m_MAIN.jpg?v=1786282426"},{"product_id":"antique-bergama-rug-2-17x1-09m","title":"Antique Bergama Rug 2.17x1.09m","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Anatolian Rug dates from the Late Nineteenth Century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e2.17×1.09m \/ 7’2″x3’7″\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eVicinity of Bergama, West Anatolia (Turkey).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique: \u003c\/strong\u003eHand-knotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eWool pile, cotton warps, brown wefts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours and Design: \u003c\/strong\u003eNatural dyes. The colours are superb! Terracotta with blue, beige, brown, along with hints of peach and purple. Geometric medallion design consisting of 4 medallions (3 blue, one brown) surrounded with wide beige border decorated with geometric symbols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age: \u003c\/strong\u003eIt has low pile and corrosion to brown wool as well as historic restorations. These restorations include: a patch repair measuring 43x3cm \u003cspan style=\"color: #999999;\"\u003e(see image 10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis interesting Antique Anatolian Rug was originally sold by Jolly \u0026amp; Son Limited in Bath on the 29th August 1945.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purchase price of £55 was a lot of money back then, as an average salary was £214 (and indeed, this was before the end of World War Two). It was the equivalent of around £2100 in today's money (\u0026amp; in an era before VAT existed)!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081466286411,"sku":null,"price":999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Bergama-antique-2.17x1.09m-Main.jpg?v=1786282496"},{"product_id":"old-turkoman-yamoud-carpet-3-31x2-18m","title":"Old Turkoman Yamoud carpet 3.31x2.18m","description":"With traditional all-over design of “dyrnak” guls – an ancient emblem of the Yamoud tribe.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003eOld Turkoman Yamoud carpet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.31×2.18m \/ 10’10″x7’2″ \u003cspan style=\"color: #999999;\"\u003e(measurement not including the fringes)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8mm\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003eVicinity of Ashkhabad, West Turkmenistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003eHand-knotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool pile, knotted onto wool warps and weft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Browny-red field with beige, blue, dark green, and orange. Geometric, all-over design of “dyrnak” guls – an emblem of the Yamoud tribe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age:\u003c\/strong\u003eFull pile. The fringe is long and uneven (can easily be trimmed shorter to even length). It's in the region of 40-50 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTurkoman Rugs are distinctive for their all over repeating motifs which are known as \"Guls\", which is Persian for flower. Typically this arrangement of Guls is laid upon a background that is a shade of red. This field pattern is surrounded by a border theme with additional end border patterns (skirt). \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese Turkoman Rugs have a hand-knotted wool pile knotted onto a wool foundation (i.e. the fringes are made of wool). Traditionally between the pile and fringe areas there is often a band of flat-weave that is known as Kilim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe patterns produced are ancient: traditional tribal emblems of the Tekke (aka. Bokhara), Yamoud, Saryk, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant, 11 High Street, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/visittunbridgewells.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081466450251,"sku":null,"price":1850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Yamoud-REDO-3.31x2.18m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282501"},{"product_id":"blue-fine-kazak-rug","title":"Blue fine Kazak rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrab a beautiful bargain in the form of this blue fine Kazak rug! With its uplifting colours and traditional geometric pattern, this Afghan rug will add colour and interest to wherever you unroll it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe colours \u0026amp; design of this blue fine Kazak rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour scheme this fine Afghan Kazak rug is stunning. It shows a mid-blue main field colour along with a contrasting beige main border colour. When you look closely you can see that there is an abundance of detail shades contained within this Afghan rug. These colours include warm rust-red, khaki green, pink, gold, yellow and orange. Whilst still colourful, the colours seem muted and quiet compared to most Afghan Kazak rugs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design shows a traditional format of three geometric medallions along with a series of smaller emblems on a blue field surrounded by an arrangement of four patterned borders. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiscover some more about this Kazak rug\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan rug is a handmade rug and it was made in the vicinity of Kabul by a Hazara weaver. A 5x3 rug such as this would have been woven by one weaver. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was handcrafted from wool and cotton. These yarns are ideal for making long lasting rugs that you can use everyday for years and years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern of this 5x3 blue Afghan rug takes its inspiration for a category of antique rug woven in the Caucasus (modern-day Azerbaijan and Armenia). These antique Caucasian rugs are renowned for their bold geometric designs and bright colours. In recent decades the ingenious Afghani weavers have been producing their own versions of age-old carpet designs from across the world by drawing upon their rich carpet weaving skills and heritage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFind out about the craftsmanship that created this blue Afghan rug\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way in which this handmade rug was made is steeped in Afghanistan's carpet weaving heritage. It was made by hand-knotting the woollen pile - this is the way that rugs have been woven for hundreds of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-knotting is a slow way of rug making. On a hand-knotted rug the pile is created by hand-tied knots which form tufts of pile. Tying each knot onto pairs of warp threads, the weaver knots in horizontal rows from one side of the loom to the other. Between each row of knots, weft threads are woven, weaving between the warp strings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis requires thorough attention to detail and patience from the weaver to follow the plan of the design, and each different coloured knot tied works to create the pattern of the rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the price reduced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a slight blemish which can be seen in image 7, which is not that noticeable. We suspect that this might have occurred in the finishing processes because this rug is new. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriental rugs undergo extensive finishing procedures before they are ready for sale. One naturally thinks that as soon as the finished rug is cut from the loom it is ready for your floor. Unfortunately this is not the case. At this stage, the rug does not look anything like the one that will ultimately grace your floor. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finishing processes include many different steps including washing, tumbling, singeing (when excess fluff is burnt off the rug), trimming, securing ends and sides, and aligning. This slight blemish might well be from the singeing stage where the wool was a little too scorched in this area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBag this bargain before someone else does!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 156×93cm \/ 5’2″x3’1″\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081473823051,"sku":"TORM-1369-BLUE FINE KAZAK RUG-156 X 93CM","price":356.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Kazak-fine-blue-1.56x0.93m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282523"},{"product_id":"khan-mohamadi-mat","title":"Khan Mohamadi Mat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Khan Mohamadi mat is Outstanding Value… It’s durable and hard wearing enough to use as either a door mat, in front of a fireplace or even luxurious enough for your bedside as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColours and Design:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoven in a rich orangey-red field with dark blue\/black used for the majority of the design utilising touches of brown as well as beige in some motifs. In the attractive geometric classic Khan Mohamadi design this would be a great choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere are Khan Mohamadi Rugs made?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are hand made on looms within the towns of Kunduz and Andkoy and some of the smaller surrounding villages in Northern Afghanistan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat defines a Khan Mohamadi rug?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand made by skilled Ersari Turkoman artisans the Afghan Khan Mohamadi Rugs have for some time now been woven in Andkhoy and Kunduz, Northern Afghanistan.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost Afghan rugs are given the name of the location in which they are made, Khan Mohamadi Rugs are different and are actually named after the man who invented this design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKhan Mohamadi Rugs are generally of an all-over repeating design,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ealthough some examples of Khan Mohamadi rugs produced do feature very pretty and ornate medallions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rugs made are 100% hand-spun woollen pile, and this feels luxury and opulent, the woollen pile has been woven onto a cotton warp foundation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey rug details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of origin: Andkhoy, Northern Afghanistan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 98×55cm \/ 3’3″x1’10″\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness: 8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAge: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081474249035,"sku":"TORM-1278-KHAN MOHAMADI MAT-98 X 55CM","price":89.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Khan-98x55cm-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282533"},{"product_id":"old-belouch-tavusi-rug-1-94x1-06m","title":"Old Belouch-Tavusi rug 1.94x1.06m","description":"This is a fine type of Belouch Rug which is profusely decorated with peacock motifs: \"tavusi\".This is an exquisite rug!\u003cstrong\u003eBuy online with fast free UK delivery or purchase in-store!\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Old Belouch-Tavusi rug\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.94×1.06m \/ 6’4″x3’6″ \u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Belouch\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003eHand-knotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool pile, knotted onto wool warps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e This old Belouch-Tavusi rug has attractive colours of red, black, cream and gold. The design shows a complex theme of numerous bird motifs including peacocks arranged in 4 medallions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full pile. It's in the region of 40 years old. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn appearance, Belouch Rugs can have a rather dark or sombre appearance. The designs produced are numerous. Each one is unique; these are truely fascinating rugs!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs well as rugs, the Belouch weavers are prolific makers of Prayer Rugs, khorjins (saddle-bags), namakdans (salts bags), chanteh (small bags) and other tribal trappings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelouch Rugs tend to be light in weight, thin in pile and flexible – after-all Belouch Rugs are essentially nomadic rugs so therefore are made to be portable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditionally Belouch Rugs represent some of the best value types of handmade rugs available to buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theorientalrugshop.co.uk\/take-a-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant\u003c\/a\u003e, 11 High Street, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/visittunbridgewells.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081474347339,"sku":null,"price":595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Tavusi-1.94x1.06m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282536"},{"product_id":"afghan-fil-pai-mat","title":"Afghan Fil Pai Mat","description":"\u003cp\u003eIdeal for numerous places around your home this cosy Afghan Fil Pai mat will be a joy to look at wherever you lay it.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a useful size too, you can use this small rug as a door mat, place it at the bottom of the stairs, or pop it in front of a hearth as a small hearth rug. So many possibilities. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe colours and design of this Afghan Fil Pai Mat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small handmade Afghan rug has beautiful warm colours. It boasts a red field colour with brown border which is a little purple at one end. It also contains numerous other colours including orange, beige and blue. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Fil Pai\" relates to the design of this Afghan mat. The two prominent octagonal motifs that we can see in the field of the rug are called \"guls\". Gul means flower, and traditionally Afghan\/Turkoman rug design featured field patterns covered in repeating gul motifs. The Fil Pai gul is synonymous with the emblem of the Ersari tribe. This motif might sometimes be referred to as the elephant's foot gul because of it's shape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn what this handmade Afghan mat is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis charming 3x2 Afghan rug is made from wool and cotton. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wool is the pile of the rug; it is superb colours. It is hand-spun and naturally dyed. This type of Afghan rug is often known as \"Chobi\". This term is derived from the word \"wood\", and it is the name sometimes applied to vegetable dyed Afghan rugs. Hand-spinning the wool also has benefits: as the yarn can be spun much tighter by hand it allows for a stronger fibre. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cotton in this rug is the warp threads. This are the tassels that we can see at each end. Each of these tassels actually runs all the way through the rug and out the other end. 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It shows a floral theme of six prominent Persian-style palmettes along with smaller versions and small rosettes. The floral field pattern is the dominant feature of this rug, and it is surrounded by a simple, single narrow border. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour scheme of this Afghan Chobi mat is especially appealing. It shows a rust-red main field\/background colour as well as shades of navy, blue, pink, yellow, brown and cream. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe materials this Rust-red Afghan Chobi Mat was made from\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan Chobi mat was handmade from only from natural fibres. Like many Oriental rugs, this small rug was woven from just wool and cotton. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a hardy woollen pile. This is the most noticeable material of the rug, as this is what we see when we admire it and what we feel as we walk upon it. The wool in this small rug is especially attractive because it was hand-spun and naturally dyed. The combination of these two aspects shows in the wonderful colours contained in the rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you look closely, you will notice that this Chobi rug has a short cotton fringe. This is not really decorative, but is actually an integral part of the rug. This is because each strand of cotton fringe travels the entire length of the rug and reappears at the other end as a strand of fringe. These long strings of cotton are known as the warp threads, and they are the yarn onto which the knots are tied. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFind out how this Chobi mat was made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small Afghan rug was handmade in Afghanistan. Carpet weaving has a rich cultural heritage in Afghanistan rooted from it's tribal past. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small sized Afghan rug was made by an age-old, time-consuming method of hand-knotting. This is a meticulous process where the weaver makes the pile of the rug by tying individual knots onto pairs of warp threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our modern world of mass-manufactured goods, how refreshing it is to enjoy a handicraft such as this: crafted with skill and dedication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere you can use this small Afghan rug in your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size of this small rug makes it a great choice as there are so many places in a home where you can accommodate it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only is this rug beautiful, it is practical too. The nature of it's pattern alongside the sturdy fibres that it's made from, means that you can pop it down almost anywhere. From using it as a luxury door mat to a comfy small bedside mat, the options are numerous! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 86×59cm \/ 2’10″x1’11″ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081475166539,"sku":"TORM-1276-RUST-RED AFGHAN CHOBI MAT-86 X 59CM","price":149.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Chobi-palmettes-86x59cm_MAIN.jpg?v=1786282486"},{"product_id":"small-handmade-fine-kazak-rug","title":"Small handmade Fine Kazak Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis delightful Afghan rug has a beautiful sunny amber yellow main colour with contrasting colours in light blue, navy, teal and cream. Hints of rust, salmon and burnt orange serve to add a warm ambience. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small handmade fine Kazak rug boasts an eye-catching geometric pattern with twin star medallions (one in navy, one in teal) on an uncluttered amber-yellow field. This is surrounded by an arrangements of borders including a light blue main border with geometric decoration. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFind out some more about this small handmade fine Kazak rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite fine Afghan Kazak rug was handmade in Afghanistan. These fine Kazak rugs are made in the vicinity of Kabul by Hazara weavers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe designs of these Afghan Kazaks draw inspiration from the patterns of rugs woven in the Caucasus (modern day Azerbaijan and Armenia). These rugs were renowned for their iconic geometric patterns and attractive vibrant colours. The Afghan Kazaks are named after the distinctive Kazak rugs woven in the southern Caucasus. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine Afghan Kazak rugs are an appealing choice because of their intricate knotting and closely clipped hand-spun vegetable dyed wool pile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this small Kazak rug is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small fine Kazak rug is handmade from wool and cotton. Two durable natural fibres. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe woollen part of this rug is the pile - this is the spectacular colours and design that catches our eye. It also provides the luxurious feel when we walk over the rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cotton element of this rug is the foundation material. This part of the rug we don't really notice, but is nevertheless important. These foundation fibres are the warp threads. The warps are the first yarns to be added onto the loom before the weaving can begin. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might not know that the warp threads are also the fringes of the rug - they run the length of the rug and emerge each end as the fringes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the rug making process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small Afghan rug was handmade, made by an ancient carpet making method known as hand-knotting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the pile that we so enjoy looking at and feeling, that is hand-knotted. Every tuft of pile is made by a knot. The knots collaborate to form the colours and design of the rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weaver secures coloured woollen yarn onto pairs of warp threads, and each tuft created makes a knot. The weaver ties the knots in horizontal rows, followed by weft threads which are compressed against the row of knots. Row after row, the pattern of the rug eventually appears.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere you can use this rug\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this is a small sized Afghan rug, you can place it almost anywhere in your home. It is a beautiful looking rug, but it is durable too. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size is a great option for use as a small hearth rug and it is also luxurious enough to use as a bedside rug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 120×84cm \/ 3’11″x2’9″ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081475330379,"sku":"TORM-1275-SMALL HANDMADE FINE KAZAK RUG-120 X 84CM","price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Kazak-fine-1.20x0.84m_MAIN.jpg?v=1786282489"},{"product_id":"afghan-fil-pai-carpet","title":"Afghan Fil Pai carpet","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd some homely comfort to your room with this cosy red and black handmade Afghan Fil Pai carpet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis richly coloured traditional Afghan carpet displays an iconic field pattern featuring a theme of 18 octagonal gul motifs arranged in a uniform manner of columns or rows. The field is surrounded by a multitude of patterned borders. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFind out some more about this Afghan Fil Pai carpet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Fil Pai design carpet was handmade in northern Afghanistan, in the vicinity of Aqcha. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, Afghan carpets were red and black rugs with field patterns of repeating motifs known as \"guls\". This Afghan carpet showcases an ancient and famous pattern. It shows the \"Fil Pai\" gul which is sometimes known as the elephant's foot motif. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfghan Aqcha carpets are known for their durability as well as their moderate price point. Usually, Aqcha rugs are woven with just two or three colours and with relatively large knotting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe materials in this red and black Afghan carpet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Aqcha Fil Pai carpet was made from traditional carpet making fibres of wool and cotton. Historically, Afghan rugs from places like Aqcha and Chakesh were made entirely from wool. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Fil-Pai carpet has a woollen pile, which is hard wearing and practical in everyday use. For the warp threads, cotton has been used. Cotton is an excellent fibre for use as warp threads because of it's strength. The warps are the first yarns onto the loom before the carpet weaving starts. They are also the fringes that you see poking out from each end of the carpet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this Aqcha carpet was made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only is the design and colours of this carpet traditional, but the way in which it was made is too. It was handmade by an age-old carpet making technique of hand-knotting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-knotting is the best method of rug weaving, but it is time-consuming. On a hand-knotted carpet every tuft of pile is made from a knot tied onto pairs of warp threads. The knotting is carried out in rows across the width of the loom. Once the row of knotting is completed the weavers weave a number of weft threads between the warps, which are then compacted together. All of the meticulously tied coloured knots combine to make the pattern of the carpet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing this red and black carpet in your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditionally made Afghan carpet will give you years of service and pleasure wherever you decide to lay it. The wool pile provides luxury as well as practicality for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider using a rug underlay beneath it; this will help guard against colour transfer to fitted carpeting beneath as well as keeping the Afghan carpet in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 284×194cm \/ 9’4″x6’4″ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081475428683,"sku":"TORM-1274-AFGHAN FIL PAI CARPET-284 X 194CM","price":775.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Aqcha-filpai-2.84x1.94m_MAIN.jpg?v=1786282490"},{"product_id":"handmade-fine-afghan-shirvan-rug","title":"Handmade Fine Afghan Shirvan Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handmade fine Afghan Shirvan rug is a newly made rug based upon an ancient Caucasian rug design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis captivating Afghan rug has a deep, navy blue field decorated with an all over theme of \"boteh\" motifs. These \"boteh\" motifs are similar in style to what we know as Paisley. The navy central panel is surrounded by rusty-red border with geometric pattern overlaid. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe design heritage of this handmade fine Afghan Shirvan rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade Afghan rug takes inspiration from an antique Caucasian rug pattern. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaucasian rugs are from the Caucasus, which is an area of land to the west of the Caspian Sea - modern day Armenia and Azerbaijan. The carpet designs produced in this area were remarkably eye-catching. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine Afghan Shirvan rug is influenced by the patterns of a highly desired type of rug (amongst rug collectors) known as a Marasali. The Marasali rugs are known for their \"flaming\" boteh motifs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe boteh motif has been widely used across the Orient and there are many different depictions. It is an asymmetrical motif that looks in shape a bit like a pear with it's top bent over and it can sometimes be depicted like a pine cone. The Caucasian Boteh perhaps represents a flame and could be interpreted as a symbol of eternal life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow was this fine Afghan Rug made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Shirvan rug was handmade, made by an age-old carpet making technique of hand-knotting. These traditional carpet making methods have hardly changed over thousands of years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-knotting is a method by which a piled surface is created on the rug. This rug would have been woven by one weaver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weaver ties strands of woollen threads onto pairs of warp threads, which creates a tuft of pile - AKA. a knot. The warp threads are the underlying strands which are added onto the loom before the weaving begins. Each tuft or knot of wool, is rather like a pixel in a digital image. 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This rug is approximately 6x4 which is a handy size that could be used as a hearth rug, in an entrance hall, in a bedroom or in a study. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrevent any slip or trips by investing in an anti-slip rug underlay which will help keep your Afghan rug beautifully flat to the floor. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e168×132cm \/ 5’6″x4’4″\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThickness: Approx 6mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePile: Wool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarp: Wool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081476182347,"sku":"TORM-1271-HANDMADE FINE AFGHAN SHIRVAN RUG-168 X 132CM","price":535.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Shirvan.Af-1.68x1.32m-Main.jpg?v=1786282565"},{"product_id":"kabul-silk-with-wool-fine-rug-1-60x1-17m","title":"Kabul silk with wool fine rug 1.60x1.17m","description":"An impressive and intricately hand-knotted Afghan Rug with high silk content.\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kabul silk with wool fine rug\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e1.60×1.17m \/ 5’3″x3’10″ \u003cspan style=\"color: #999999;\"\u003e(length including kilim end finishes is 1.71m \/ 5'7\") \u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003eKabul, East Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003eHand-knotted. 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Circa 399 kpsi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003eSilk and Wool pile, raw silk warps\/fringes, wool wefts. Kilim end finish with three colours. Estimated silk content of the carpet is 75%.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e This fine Afghan Silk \u0026amp; Wool rug has a beige\/cream silk field with contrasting colours in wool of dark blue, pink, green, olive, rust and red. It has a geometric, classic all over design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age:\u003c\/strong\u003eStock mark to kilim end reverse (see image 9). In as new condition\/unused.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theorientalrugshop.co.uk\/product-tag\/fine-afghan\/\"\u003eAfghan Silk \u0026amp; Wool Rugs\u003c\/a\u003e are probably the finest type of Afghan Rug from Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe production is small and from Kabul. Classic Afghan patterns are produced as well as Caucasian designs, Persian designs and occasionally maps and pictorials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe warp threads of these Afghan Rugs are made of silk – this silk is rather wiry to the touch. Silk makes an excellent warp thread: it has impressive tensile strength whilst its thin, fine nature allows for extra fine knotting. Often prestigious rugs will have silk warps\/fringes. Sometimes these long silk fringes are left long, but can easily be reduced to the desired length. The weft threads are of wool. The hand-knotted pile is made from both wool and silk – often the main colour is silk whilst some of the coloured design consists of wool and silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGiven the limited production of these rugs, as time goes by, part silk Afghan rugs of such high quality are likely to become increasingly scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant, 11 High Street, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/visittunbridgewells.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081476378955,"sku":null,"price":869.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Af-silkwool-1.45x1.07m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282577"},{"product_id":"unusual-turkoman-prayer-rug","title":"Unusual Turkoman Prayer Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe first thing you'll notice about this unusual Turkoman Prayer rug is it's remarkable shape. This extraordinary rug has six sides, and the shape of the top of it follows the shape of the mihrab. Normally Prayer rugs are like most other rugs having four sides. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe colours \u0026amp; design of this Unusual Turkoman Prayer Rug \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only is this rug visually interesting, it contains beautiful cosy colours. These are traditional rich shades of rust-red, black, orange, green and cream. The design is geometric and in an asymmetrical format (like most prayer rugs)- the unusual shape takes the form of a mihrab at one end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a lot of design-detail in this rug. The field shows a central theme of vertical patterned stripes (rather like the border pattern) \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eflanked by columns of gul motifs leading to the mihrab point. The borders show an elaborate arrangement of five main borders plus narrow guard stripes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYou don't have to use it as a prayer rug, in fact this is a handy scatter rug-size that will be a talking-point for wherever you lay it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFound out what this Turkoman Rug is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Turkoman Prayer rug is made from just wool. It has a luscious hand-knotted wool pile, knotted onto woollen warp threads. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe woollen pile is tough and sturdy to the touch, meaning that that will be a hard wearing little rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn each end there is a band of rust coloured wool flat weave between the pile and the fringes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this Prayer rug was made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Turkoman rug was handmade with traditional age-old rug making techniques. These weaving techniques are little changed over centuries. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rug of such incredible detail and unusual shape would have taken serious skill, precision and dedication to weave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pile of this prayer rug was made by hand-knotting. On a hand-knotted rug each coloured tuft of pile is formed from a knot tied onto two warp threads. The weaver (one weaver would have made this rug) knots across the width of the loom. Once the row of knots is completed, the next step is to weave weft threads between the warps and compress them against the warps. These steps are repeated until the rug is completed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is amazing to think that all of the different coloured knots contained in this carpet, methodically tied in the correct sequence, combine to form the pattern of the rug.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\/Turkmenistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 140×97cm \/ 4’7″x3’2″ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: Perhaps up to 10-20 years old.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Like new\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081479983435,"sku":"TORM-1359-UNUSUAL TURKOMAN PRAYER RUG-140 X 97CM","price":499.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Turkman-prayer-rug-1.40x0.97m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282573"},{"product_id":"afghan-fine-aryana-carpet-with-serapi-design","title":"Afghan Fine Aryana Carpet with Serapi Design","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis impressive handwoven carpet holds all the design heritage of antique Persian carpet vocabulary; particularly Serapi motifs and formats of dramatic geometricized palmettes and leaves. Rich colouring is found in this carpet's numerous motifs but like many of these outstanding modern Afghan interpretations it has a modern versatile colours with a grey field paired with a bluish-grey border background. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the Colour Combinations and Typical Motifs in this Carpet?  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis carpet contains rich bold colours made with natural vegetable dyes with tones of amber, orange, teal-greens and blues, as well as highlights of light cream and deep blue outlining. The characteristic and typical motifs of Serapi rugs are multi-lobed small medallions with spacious design and pattern languages of floral geometrical devices. Palmette and flower rosettes are more angular and articulated. The leaves are a superb stylized feature. Find a traditional cloudband design in the main border with also an inclusion of stylized angular cream boteh motifs, another recognisble feature found in Serapi Carpets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Serapi Design Carpet? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfghan Serapi design carpets are inspired by Antique Persian carpets that were woven from around the town of Heriz in the Azerbaijan region in the late 19th Century and early 20th Century. They were know for their spellbinding powerful floral geometric designs and rich colours. Originally traded in the town of Serab ' 'Serapi' derives from trade names derived from meaning 'Of Serab'. Their recognsiable characteristics are the plethora of stylized botanical motifs. Here in this modern Afghan piece the magnificent design heritage of the vocabulary of antique Persian design can still be recognised; derived from many traditional motifs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is this Carpet made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA handwoven carpet of this size would be created on an roller upright loom with a number of weaver artisans. The wool is handspun and dyed with the use of natural vegetable dyes. The dyed yarn is used to to tie two warp threads together. The warp threads are made of cotton and are strung onto the loom. The weavers create the pile and pattern with their careful and skilled knotting. Between each row of knots  weft threads are woven across the width of the carpet. After the carpet is cut down from the loom, the weft threads are bound to make up the sides and the warp threads are bound at both ends to make up the fringes. 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It measures 303x253cm, which is the approximate equivalent of 10 x 8. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine Kazak carpet has a deep navy field colour with contrasting cream border. It contains a multitude of additional shades including rust-red, blue, green and ochre. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is especially appealing. It displays a bold geometric pattern which is crispy drawn and is accentuated by the deep navy field colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSome more about this navy Afghan Fine Kazak Carpet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine Kazak carpet was handmade in Afghanistan. It features eye-catching patterns which are influenced by antique Kazak Rugs. Kazak does not refer to Kazakstan, but actually a type of rug woven in the Caucasus. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique Kazak Rugs (and Caucasian rugs in general) are desirable because of their bold rug designs and captivating colours. The fine Afghan Kazak carpets create this appealing look in a new rug that's ready to be enjoyed in your home. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese handmade Afghan carpets are finely woven and \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eare typically made in a quality of 110,000-150,000 knots per square metre. In addition to this, the pile height is cut short which serves to enhance the definition of the design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I use this large rug?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a large rug or room size carpet and is a good choice for use in sitting rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms or even libraries. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as the useful size, it will be an easy carpet to live with. It is a practical colour and heavily patterned so it is unlikely to show any marks. 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A traditional colour palette associated with Turkoman rugs. The design detail colours of dark blue\/black, orange and cream contrast beautifully with the deep red focal colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design of this red Turkoman rug is known as the \"Bokhara\" design. This is the uniform geometric pattern which covers the field of the rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn some more about this Turkoman Bokhara red rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis red Bokhara rug was handmade in Turkmenistan, in the region of Ashkabad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe field design consists of a uniform arrangement of 42 linked emblems known as \"guls\". The field of Turkoman rugs is traditionally decorated with gul (which means flower) motifs. Each tribe has it's own signature gul. 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It features a rich rust-red field \/ main colour along with green main border and cream narrow border guards as well as detail shades in blue, ochre and pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFind out more about this Pictorial fine Aryana Carpet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine Aryana carpet was handmade in Afghanistan. The design of this Afghan carpet was influenced by Persian carpet patterns. In recent times, the innovative Afghan carpet weavers and producers have been busily reworking ancient carpet patterns from across the world. Adding a modern vibe to age-old designs, thereby making them appealing to modern tastes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pictorial theme of this red Afghan carpet is reminiscent of some north-west Persian carpets from places such as Bakhshiash and Bidjar. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this red Aryana carpet is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pictorial Afghan carpet was made from hard-wearing wool and cotton fibres. Traditional carpet making materials in the world of Oriental rugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pile of this carpet is made from wool. This woollen yarn was hand-spun and dyed with natural dyes. The colours produced take your breath away. Look closely and you'll see plenty of delicious, natural variations of shade. The reason why the woollen yarn is hand-spun is that this creates a strong, durable fibre because of the high twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll notice that this carpet has short cotton fringes. These tassels are not meant to be decorative, they are in fact functional. The purpose they serve was vital to how the carpet was made. Each of these tassels actually travels the whole length of the carpet and emerges again at the other end. At the very start of the weaving process, these long cotton strings were attached to the loom before anything else. The pile (or knots) was subsequently added onto these yarns, which are known as warp threads. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiscover the making process of this 3x2m Pictorial Afghan carpet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine Aryana carpet was handmade by traditional weaving techniques. Afghanistan has a rich heritage of carpet weaving dating back hundreds of years due to its tribal history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was made by the ancient rug making method of hand-knotting the woollen pile. This is a skilful technique that requires patience and dedication because it is so time-consuming. On a hand-knotted rug, it is the individual knots that make the piled surface. Each knot tied onto the warps creates a tuft of pile. The weavers (there would be two on a carpet this size) tie the knots across the loom in rows. Following each row of of knots by inserting wefts between the warps and compacting against the knot row. Over the course of making the carpet this process will be repeated over and over. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weavers work to a predetermined\/drawn plan of the carpet design, and all of the different coloured knots combine to make the pattern of the carpet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA feature of this Pictorial carpet that you might have noticed...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll possibly notice how this carpet changes in colour depending on your viewing angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking at the trees from their trunk ends, the carpet is deeper in colour than when viewing from the tree-tops end. This is because the carpet's pile has a directional nap, and from the richer end you are looking at the tips of the pile whereas from the lighter side you are looking in the direction of the pile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing this Afghan carpet in your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wonderful quality handmade fine Aryana carpet; it has beautiful colour combinations - the red and green arrangement of the field and border is especially attractive, whilst the pictorial theme is an endearing look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an Afghan carpet crafted by hand with precision made from hard wearing natural fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a carpet that you can put down and enjoy in range of different rooms. It would provide great visual interest in a living room or snug, be welcoming in an entrance hall, opulent in a dining room, and create comfort in a bedroom. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 290×208cm \/ 9’6″x6’10″\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081481457995,"sku":"TORM-1264-PICTORIAL FINE ARYANA CARPET-290 X 208CM","price":2169.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Aryana-trees-2.90x2.08m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282609"},{"product_id":"afghan-blue-khorjin-carpet","title":"Afghan blue Khorjin carpet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handmade Afghan blue Khorjin carpet is an eye-catching statement piece rug that will add texture and visual interest to any room. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan carpet contains captivating colours and an intriguing design that will suit either a contemporary home or a more traditional setting. The colours are breath-taking: it shows a beautiful blue field \/ main colour which is decorated with rows of small tribal motifs. Towards each end of the carpet, the design shows multicolour patterned bands of design in colours including rust, burnt orange, ochre, green and cream. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThere's more to know about this Afghan blue Khorjin carpet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan carpet is packed with interest. The design is the best of both worlds: it is a fusion of traditional and modern ideas. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recent times the ingenious Afghan carpet weavers and producers have been busily recreating ancient carpet designs by giving these old patterns a dose of modern flair. This Khorjin design carpet takes this to another level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Khorjin\" is the name for a saddle bag; a tribal bag with a large pocket either side that was traditionally used on pack animals. This imaginative piece translates this theme into a statement piece carpet. How clever?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrictly speaking, rug enthusiasts might also see parallels of this design in \"Mafrash\" bags. These were large bedding bags, made and used by nomadic people, that when opened up look rather like this carpet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe materials this blue Afghan carpet is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis modern Afghan carpet is made from traditional carpet making yarns. Wool and cotton. These two fibres have been proven over the years to be extremely durable. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pile of this carpet is made from wool. Afghan wool is known for it's robust nature, and the wool in this carpet is also hand-spun and naturally dyed. Hand-spinning the wool adds extra strength to the woollen fibre by creating a tight twist to the yarn. The natural dyed wool is beautifully coloured with exquisite natural variations of tone. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might notice the rather snazzy fringes on this Khorjin carpet. These are intricately woven into a lattice and the fringes are bunched and wrapped with colourful embellishments. Very cool!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fringes, however, are much more important than simply looking snazzy. They are in fact made of cotton, and each strand runs all of the way through the carpet, exiting each end as the fringe. The fringes are known as the warp threads, and these are so important because these are the first threads attached to the loom before the weaving starts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this Khorjin rug was made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan carpet was handmade by using traditional carpet weaving techniques that for generations have been tried and trusted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA carpet of this size would have been woven by two weavers working side-by-side. The woollen pile of this carpet was made by a time-consuming method of hand-knotting the pile onto the cotton warps. Each and every tuft of pile was meticulously tied onto pairs of warp threads. The weavers work by tying the knots in rows from one side of the loom to the other. Once the row of knots is finished, weft threads are woven between the warps and are then compacted against the knots. This is repeated over and over. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accumulation of all of the different coloured knots collaborate to form the pattern of the carpet. The knots in the carpet combine to act rather like pixels in a digital image. How clever is that?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere you can use this handmade Afghan carpet in your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe great thing about this blue Khorjin carpet is that it is made from high quality and extremely durable natural materials. Added to this, you can be assured that because of the sturdy nature of it's hand-knotted weave that this is a rug of great longevity. Oriental rugs are especially known for their hard wearing nature. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a result, this is a carpet that you can lay out pretty much anywhere in your home. It's a great size for use in a living room between sofas; it is one of those rugs that'll give you great pleasure whiling away the hours in gazing at it's beautiful colours and enthralling patterns. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 235×175cm \/ 7’8″x5’9″\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081482735947,"sku":"TORM-1262-AFGHAN BLUE KHORJIN CARPET-235 X 175CM","price":1439.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Khorjin-2.35x1.75m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282618"},{"product_id":"turkoman-yamoud-rug","title":"Turkoman Yamoud Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis finely knotted Turkoman Yamoud rug boasts rich colours and a traditional tribal design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt displays a red field with off-white main border. Look closely and you will be impressed that it also contains numerous other detail design colours including dark green, purple, orange and midnight blue-black. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn more about this Turkoman Yamoud rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design of this Turkoman rug is native to Central Asia, and shows an all over field pattern of \"kepse\" gul motifs. The kepse gul is special because it relates to the Yamoud (sometimes referred to as Yamut) tribe. On Turkoman rugs the gul motif is an emblem that repeats over the field of the rug, and these gul emblems are specific to certain tribes. The kepse gul in this rug is synonymous with the Yamoud tribe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, the Yamoud were the third largest of the Turkoman tribes after the Tekke and the Ersari. This newly made Yamoud design rug was handwoven in Turkmenistan in the vicinity of Ashkabad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFind out what this Yamoud design rug was made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe materials used to make this Yamoud rug have changed little from the days of the weaver's nomadic ancestors. In keeping with tradition, this Turkoman rug was woven entirely from wool. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handsome colours and captivating design are made from a woollen pile. For the foundations of the rug, the weaver has also used wool. The foundation threads in a handmade rug are known as the warp threads and the weft threads. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warp threads serve as the base yarns upon which the rug is woven. These are the first yarns to be applied onto the loom at the start of the project. The long fringes that you can see (which you can easily trim shorter if you desire) are in fact the warp threads. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weft threads are not so apparent. The wefts in this case are also wool. These are sandwiched between each row of knots and thus travel across the width of the rug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this traditional red rug was made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional rug was handwoven by time-honoured rug making methods. These rug weaving techniques have been perfected over generations with these skills being passed from one generation to the next. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe luxurious woollen pile was made by a method known as hand-knotting. This is a slow process to make a rug, but one that takes skill and dedication. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a hand-knotted rug, the pile is made by hand-tying coloured yarn onto pairs of warp threads. The weaver (one weaver would have woven this rug) ties the knots across the loom in rows. Once the row of knots is completed, weft threads are the next yarn to be woven intersecting the warp threads. These processes will be undertaken numerous times until the rug is finished. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can marvel at how all of the individually tied knots of many different colours combine to make the pattern of the rug. When you think about it, it's really rather incredible. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing this handmade rug in your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Turkoman red rug will be an easy rug to live with. It was well made: tightly knotted and woven with hard wearing wool. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size of it makes it a versatile option for many rooms. It would make a nice hearth rug with it's cosy colours and fascinating design. 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It measures 162x100cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis colourful Afghan rug features an \u003cspan\u003eunusual champagne pink colour main field colour with beige main border. It contains numerous other colours including: red, blue, green and orange. Like the vast majority of Afghan Kazak \u003c\/span\u003eRugs the design is boldly geometric and it is colourful. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I use this Fine handmade pink Kazak Rug in my home?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dimensions of this fine handmade pink Kazak Rug is incredibly versatile. Historically in the rug world this size is\u003cspan\u003e known as “Zaronim” which is a Persian dimensional term which relates to a 5x3 rug proportion. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis rug can be used in all sorts of locations around the home such as in a bedroom beside a bed, in a sitting room as a hearth rug, in an entrance hall or even in a home office.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow hard wearing is this Afghan rug?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandmade Afghan rugs are renowned for their durability. It is made entirely from natural materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pile consists of wool which is known for its hard wearing properties. The foundations fibres are made from cotton. Cotton is an excellent material for use as warp and weft threads because it is robust and helps the rug retain its structure.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis rug is handmade, how was it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pink Kazak Rug was handmade by traditional methods which have hardly changed in centuries. It was made by an ancient method which is known as hand-knotting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand-knotting technique is where a weaver ties tufts of coloured yarn onto pairs of warp threads. Each tuft the weaver ties forms the pile and is known as a knot. The weaver works by tying knots in rows across the width of the rug or carpet, and will then weave threads in between the warps which are known as wefts. This process is repeated until the rug is finished. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 5x3 rug such as this would have been woven by one weaver. 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with colours including navy blue, green, brown, ochres and beige. This Afghan Shaal Rug has a geometric theme of vertical stripes containing floral motifs. (Moharammat \/ Cane Design).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age:\u003c\/strong\u003eNew.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan Shaal Rug is from a very small production in Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Shaal design is distinctive and consists of a theme of stripes. These stripes are either in a wide of narrow format and contain floral decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pile of this Shaal Rug is hand-knotted and made from hand-spun wool. The dyes are natural; the colours are simply breath-taking. It is a wonderful hard wearing quality that will stand the test of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for any location around the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theorientalrugshop.co.uk\/take-a-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant\u003c\/a\u003e, 11 High Street, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/visittunbridgewells.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081486569803,"sku":null,"price":545.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Shaal-1.52x1.02m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282642"},{"product_id":"afghan-fine-kazak-small-rug","title":"Afghan Fine Kazak Small Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe colours of this small handmade Afghan rug are captivating, and this blue rug will add texture and interest to wherever lay it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has an alluring blue field colour with contrasting beige main border and medallions. It also contains accents in rust-red, salmon and teal-green. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe geometric pattern of this blue Afghan fine Kazak small rug is equally appealing. It displays a traditional angular theme with triple medallion centrepiece. The design and colours are crisply defined. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiscover some more about this Afghan Fine Kazak Small Rug \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small Afghan rug was handcrafted in Afghanistan. It was made near to Kabul and by Hazara weavers. These fine Afghan Kazak rugs are highly desirable due to their intricate designs and closely sheered, hand-spun, vegetable dyed wool pile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional designs are rooted in the historic carpet patterns of the rugs woven in the Caucasus - current day Azerbaijan and Armenia. The name Kazak comes from a type of rug woven in the southern Caucasus. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fine Afghan Kazak rugs endeavour to replicate this design vocabulary but in a new rug suitable for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this small Afghan rug is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade rug was made from just high quality, durable natural fibres: wool and cotton. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis blue Afghan rug has wool for the pile. Not only is this hard wearing, but it is also luxurious underfoot. Visually, the wool pile creates the design and colours which makes this rug so engaging. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foundation threads of this rug are made from cotton. They are not really apparent at first glance, but they have an important function in the rug. The warp threads are the starting-point, the earliest yarns to be added onto the loom before the weaving can begin. Cotton is a strong fibre which is ideal for use as warps. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn how this small Kazak rug was made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small blue Afghan rug was hand-knotted. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis age-old carpet weaving method is where pile is formed by knots. As a collective, the knots form the pattern and colours of the rug. Every tuft of pile is made by a knot. The knots are tufts of coloured yarn secured onto pairs of warp threads. The weaver ties these tufts of wool in horizontal rows, followed by weft threads which are beaten against the row of knots. Working to a pattern, row after row, the colours and design of the rug takes shape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a protracted process, and admiring the completed rug, you can really appreciate the commitment and talent of the weaver. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlacing this Afghan rug in your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a useful small sized rug. 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Technically the designs produced by the Afghan weavers are not just Kazak Rugs, but show influences of other Caucasian rug origins. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Afghan Kazak production of these rugs started sometime in the 1980s in northern Pakistan, where Afghan weavers started to weave rugs solely for export. This production has subsequently moved back to Afghanistan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifferent qualities of Kazak Rugs from Afghanistan \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith all handmade Oriental rugs, there are different qualities produced - some are more intricately woven and with higher knots count, whilst others of a similar design, are not so finely knotted. This is the same with Kazak Rugs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fine Kazak wool rugs are intricately knotted and are \u003cspan\u003etypically made in a quality of 110,000-150,000 knots per square metre. 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The knots are tied in rows across the width of the rug. Once the row of knots is finished, weft threads are then woven in between the warps. The next row can now be started. The weaver works to a predetermined pattern, and slowly, row of knots by row of knots the design becomes evident.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis method is known as hand-knotting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I use this hand-knotted blue Afghan rug?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can use this Afghan rug almost anywhere in your home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, it is durable enough to use in an entrance hall, or in a sitting room where it can be admired as a hearth rug or even in a bedroom. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey details: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/b\u003e193x122cm \/ 6’4”x4’0”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThickness: \u003c\/b\u003e6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePile:\u003c\/b\u003e Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarp: \u003c\/b\u003eCotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAge:\u003c\/b\u003e New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081487716683,"sku":"TORM-1247-HANDMADE FINE KAZAK WOOL RUG-193 X 122CM","price":825.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Kazak-fine-1.93x1.22m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282682"},{"product_id":"rust-red-afghan-fine-kazak-rug","title":"Rust-red Afghan fine Kazak Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a cosy looking Oriental rug to add warmth and interest to your room, this rust-red Afghan fine Kazak rug is a great option. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe colours \u0026amp; design of this rust-red Afghan fine Kazak rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt displays an archaic geometric pattern featuring a theme of three medallions set against a rich rust-red field. As an artisanal handcrafted rug you can see that in these three medallions that each varies in shape (especially the ones at each end). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe border pattern is also captivating. The main border shows a theme of bird motifs set against a golden-beige backdrop. Look closely and you will see that each bird motif contains a smaller bird emblem within it. How cute!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAside from its appealing design, this fine Kazak rug has delightful colours. The warming rust-red field colour and gold-beige of the border are the ones that stand out, however on close inspection you will notice an array of other shades. These other colours include navy blue, sage green, grey-blue and salmon. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn some more about this fine Afghan Kazak rug\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design of this rust-red handmade rug is not native to Afghanistan. The design takes its inspiration from the rugs made in the Caucasus. This is an area of land encompassing current day Azerbaijan and Armenia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antique Caucasian rugs are known for their bright colours and beguiling designs. The Kazak rugs from this area, from which this rug takes it's name, are amongst the most well known of all Caucasian rugs. Although this Afghan rug was named after Kazak rugs, it's design draws upon the design vocabulary of rugs from across this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fine Afghan Kazak rugs are also sometimes known by monikers such as Super Kazak, Supreme Kazak or Royal Kazak. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe materials this Afghan rug is made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine Kazak rug was handcrafted from traditional rug making fibres: wool and cotton. Over centuries of rug weaving, these two fibres have been proven to be durable and long-lasting.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe woollen part of this rug is what really stands out. This is the pile that shows the beautifully cosy colours and intriguing patterns. This wool is hand-spun and naturally dyed. Although it is more expensive to produce hand-spun wool it is beneficial because the wool fibres can be spun tightly thereby creating a sturdy yarn. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cotton yarns in this Afghan rug are the warp threads. The warp threads are the underlying threads upon which the rug was created. This are the first threads that the weaver attached onto the loom and on the completed rug you can see the warps at each end of the rug as they are also act as the fringes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiscover how this Kazak rug was woven\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe way in which this Afghan red rug was made also oozes in tradition. Afghanistan has a deep tribal heritage and hand-weaving rugs has been perfected over generations.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rug was handmade by hand-knotting the woollen pile onto cotton warp threads. This is a slow process by which every tuft of pile is made from a piece of coloured wool knotted onto pairs of warp threads. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rug would have been knotted by one weaver. The weaver ties the knots in lines spanning the width of the loom. Next, weft threads are woven between the warps parallel with the knot row and are firmly compacted against the knots. These procedures are repeated until the rug is finished. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the completed rug, all of the individual different coloured knots work together to make the pattern of the rug. This is achieved by the meticulous detail and attention of the weaver who follows the design plan to weave this rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing this handmade rug in your home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rust-red Kazak rug is a desirable choice with its cosy, bright colours and eye-catching design. 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It displays a light sea green colour field with beige main border as well as detailing in red, ochre yellow, and grey. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pleasing colour combinations are perfectly complimented by an interesting geometric design. The pattern shows a theme of three medallions along with a field decorated with stylised floral rosettes. The patterned border arrangement contributes to add visual impact. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFind out some more about this Sea Green Kazak rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kazak rug was handmade in Afghanistan. It is a type of Kazak rug known as Yakash Kazak. One of the reasons that these Yakash Kazak rugs are more moderately priced than fine Kazak rugs (or super Kazak rugs) is because they have a lower knot count. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfghan Kazak rugs draw design inspiration from old and antique rugs woven in the Caucasus. The Caucasian Kazaks from which these Afghan rugs are named after are known for their strong, bright colours and powerful geometric designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is this Afghan Kazak rug made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan rug was handmade using traditional carpet making materials. The natural fibres consist of wool and cotton. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colours and design of this rug is made from wool; this is the pile which was hand-knotted. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cotton part of this Sea Green rug is the foundation fibres. These are the warp threads. The warp threads are important because they were the first yarns secured onto the loom at the start of the weaving project. These threads stretch from the top of the loom to the bottom and are the yarns upon which the beautiful patterns are created. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see the warp threads protruding from each end as they are also the fringes of the rug. 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These steps are repeated until the rug is completed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weaver works to a plan and each different coloured knot works to form the pattern of the rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThis is a versatile sized rug\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 5x3 in size, this rug is a useful size that will fit nicely into many rooms in your home. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made from durable natural fibres so it will be hard wearing for use in your home, but also luxurious underfoot and a joy to look at every day. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 148×98cm \/ 4’10″x3’3″ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081488798027,"sku":"TORM-1366-SEA GREEN KAZAK RUG-148 X 98CM","price":265.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Kazak-seagreen-1.48x0.98m_MAIN.jpg?v=1786282638"},{"product_id":"afghan-heriz-design-handmade-rug","title":"Afghan Heriz design handmade rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan Heriz design handmade rug features a traditional Persian pattern along with superb colour combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 178x114cm which is just under 6x4. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colours of this Afghan rug are really desirable. The prominent colours include a terracotta\/rust colour field along with navy and beige. It also contains a number of complimentary shades including soft ochre yellows and green. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFind out some more about the pattern of this Afghan Heriz design handmade rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heriz design displayed in this 6x4 Afghan rug does not come from Afghanistan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patterns shown in this rug are inspired by those of a renowned carpet weaving origin of Persia. This distinctive design is from the town of Heriz in north west Persia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersian Heriz carpets are known for their spectacular geometric patterns and especially their oversized medallion central motifs. Often these Persian carpets were woven in room size proportions. The great thing about this Afghan rug is that it has been made in a small versatile size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade from Wool and Cotton\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis terracotta colour Afghan rug is made entirely from wool and cotton. These are sturdy natural fibres. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pile is made from wool, which is durable, long-lasting and provides comfort underfoot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foundations of the rug are made from cotton. The warps and wefts are the foundations of the rug. The warp threads is the first material to be secured to the loom. These are the strings that the knots are tied onto. On the completed rug, you can see the warp threads poking out of each end of the rug in the form of fringes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow was it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Heriz rug was handmade. It was made by a traditional technique known as hand-knotting. Oriental rugs have been made this way for thousands of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 6x4 rug would have been made by one weaver. The pile is created by the weaver tying tufts of coloured woollen thread onto pairs of warp threads. The tuft of pile formed is known as a knot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnotting is done in rows of knots across the width of the loom. Weft threads are woven in between each knot row. This is a time consuming process, but as each row of knots is completed the rug's pattern forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSounds great: where can I use it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't be fooled into thinking that because this rug is handmade that it is delicate. It is not. Oriental rugs are particularly known for their longevity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beauty of the size of this 6x4 rug is that you can use it in many locations around your home. 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You might even consider using it in your kitchen, bedroom, sitting room, or in a dining room alongside the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's the joy of Oriental rugs - they are movable and need not be restricted to one location. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it be hard-wearing enough for my Hallway?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRunner rugs are made to be walked upon. This Afghan runner was handmade by traditional techniques and natural materials which have been proven to be long lasting over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan Kazak Runner is made from just wool and cotton. The pile is made from wool which is known for its hardiness, and the foundation threads are made of cotton which is renowned for its strength. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can keep your Afghan runner looking at it's best by vacuuming it on a weekly basis, and having it professionally cleaned every five years or so depending on its use. For future reference we have a rug cleaning service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should consider using a good quality rug underlay to keep it firmly in place and thus prevent any uneven wear. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis fine Afghan Kazak Runner was handmade, but how?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis runner was handcrafted by an ancient carpet weaving process of hand-knotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA runner such as this would have been woven by one weaver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weaver forms the pile by hand-tying tufts of woollen yarns onto pairs of warp strings. The warp strings are the first material to be secured to the loom. They are stretched tightly and evenly from the top beam of the loom to the bottom beam. Each tuft of wool that the weaver ties is called a knot. The knots are tied in rows across the width of the runner. Then weft threads are interlaced between the warps and beaten down against the row of knots. This is then repeated until the runner is completed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the design of the runner, the weaver will follow a plan which is drawn onto paper (like graph paper) which determines the colours and pattern of the rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more about Fine Afghan Kazak Rugs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fine Afghan Kazak Rugs have a thin closely sheered wool pile that creates a high definition look. The patterns made are geometric. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rugs and runners take inspiration from antique Caucasian rugs. The antique Caucasian Kazak Rugs are known for their powerful geometric patterns and strong colours. These old inspirations were made in what is modern day Azerbaijan and Armenia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese modern Afghan Kazak Rugs are woven near to Kabul. 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This hallway runner features the perfect blend of colours. It has a neutral, natural greyish main field colour with red main border. It contains numerous other colours too, these include blue, green, orange and apricot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is especially appealing and will add a visual statement to anywhere that it is unrolled. This Afghan hallway runner has a geometric pattern with a nine medallion theme.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I use this Afghan handmade fine Kazak Runner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe long narrow runner format of this Afghan Kazak runner makes it ideal for use in hallways and corridors. In fact, you can use it anywhere around the home; for instance, in kitchens, galley kitchens, in bedrooms, or along side a staircase. This 3 metre long Afghan runner would not be suitable for use on stairs as it is not long enough. 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The knots are tied in rows across the width of the runner as it is made. The weaver will then interlace weft threads between the warps and compact them against the completed row. These processes are repeated until the runner is finished. Row-by-row the runner emerges!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the name \"Kazak\" refer to?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKazak refers to the design of this Afghan runner. The designs found in this Afghan Kazak Runner are inspired by antique Caucasian rugs from the Caucasus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Caucasus is an area of land which is current day Azerbaijan and Armenia. Kazak from which these Afghan Kazaks get their name, are a type of rug found in the southern Caucasus known for their expressive, bold geometric patterns and bright colours. 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This Afghan rug displays a classic deep colour scheme of red, with black and touches of white. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy this Red Afghan rug is such good value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis authentic Afghan rug was handmade in the town of Aqcha in northern Afghanistan. Usually, these red Aqcha rugs are hand-knotted with just two or three colours. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe designs favoured are typically repeating patterns and the knotting is large. The consequence is that these red rugs are woven relatively quickly, when compared to a more intricately made rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA rug you'll always find a place for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 5x3, the rug is a useful size that can be laid in many places around your home. This Afghan rug is a great option if you'd like a cosy bedside rug to sink your toes in to, or as a hearth rug that will be practical and durable that you can pop down and not worry about. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut it on top of an anti-slip rug underlay - this will stop it from moving or creeping as well as blocking any colour transference to the flooring beneath. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e141×100cm \/ 4’8″x3’3″ \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness: 10mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePile: Wool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarp: Cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081489781067,"sku":"TORM-1233-RED AFGHAN RUG-141 X 100CM","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Aqcha-Bok-1.41x1.00m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282720"},{"product_id":"turkoman-bokhara-carpet","title":"Turkoman Bokhara Carpet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis richly coloured carpet displays perhaps the most famous pattern associated with Oriental rugs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hand-knotted Turkoman Bokhara carpet shows a rich red field and border colour. Look closely and you will discover a plethora of additional shades in this detailed carpet. The other colours include dark green, midnight blue, purple, orange and beige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design features a uniform repeating theme of emblems known as \"guls\". Historically, these \"gul\" motifs (which means flower) was representative of Turkoman tribes. Each tribe had it's own gul. This impressive Turkoman carpet contains 115 main guls within it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFind out some more about this Turkoman Bokhara carpet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bokhara carpet was hand-knotted in the vicinity of Ashkhabad, West Turkmenistan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Bokhara has evolved to describe rugs of the Tekke design. The Tekke were one of the largest and most powerful Turkoman tribes, and they settled in parts of Turkmenistan in the Nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an important trading place, when Turkoman rugs started being exported in large numbers in the late Nineteenth century, the name Bokhara was applied to Turkoman rugs being exported to the West.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn old (and somewhat out-dated) trade term for this type of Bokhara Carpet is “Russian Bokhara”. This was from the Soviet era to differentiate between the authentic Turkoman Bokhara Rugs of Turkmenistan from Pakistan Bokhara Rugs, Afghan Bokhara Rugs and Persian Turkoman Rugs. A distinguishing feature of these Turkoman Bokhara Rugs is the use of green within the guls. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this Bokhara carpet is made from \u0026amp; how it was made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Turkoman carpet was handmade from just wool. It has a finely hand-knotted wool pile, knotted onto woollen foundations (warp threads). This is another distinguishing feature of Turkoman Bokhara rugs is that they are only ever woven onto woollen warps. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNowadays, large Turkoman carpets like this are woven on vertical looms, but they are still made by age-old carpet making methods. The pile is still formed from hand-tied knots secured onto pairs of warp threads. The weavers tie the knots in rows spanning the width of the loom. Once the row of knots is completed, weft threads are inserted between the warps and are then compacted snugly against the line of knots. These tasks are repeated again and again until the carpet is completed. The precision of each of the coloured knots combine to create the pattern of the carpet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can you use this Turkoman carpet in your home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis magnificent red Bokhara carpet would grace any room in which it is laid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's impressive size makes it a useful size for such settings as living room, library, study, or perhaps even dining room locations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep this Bokhara carpet looking pristine, consider using a rug underlay beneath it. Keeping it perfectly flat against the floor will help prevent any uneven wear as well as stopping slippage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Turkmenistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 360×234cm \/ 11’10″x7’8″ (length measurement including Kilim end finishes is 371cm\/12’2″, but not including the fringes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: Perhaps 20-30 years old, but with no signs of use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081494499659,"sku":"TORM-1356-TURKOMAN BOKHARA CARPET-360 X 234CM","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Turkoman-bok-3.60x2.34m_MAIN.jpg?v=1786282689"},{"product_id":"grey-handmade-kazak-strip","title":"Grey Handmade Kazak Strip","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis grey handmade Kazak strip or short runner boasts a chic colour scheme. It measures 183x62cm or approximately 6'x2'. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colours of this Afghan short runner are especially appealing. You will find a soft grey main field colour along with a cream main border. It also contains detail colours in blue, ochre, teal and duck-egg. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I use this grey handmade Kazak strip?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis short Afghan runner rug can be placed in numerous areas around your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is sturdy enough to use in a hallway, corridor or landing location. You could place it at the bottom of a bed in a bedroom, use it in front of a sofa to protect your fitted carpet from wear, or perhaps even in a kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adaptability of Oriental rugs is one of their many joys!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is handmade, does that mean it is delicate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Oriental rugs are particularly known for their durability. This short runner rug is made only from natural fibres. There are \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eno\u003c\/span\u003e man-made, synthetic fibres or glues in this rug. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made with a hand-knotted wool pile and cotton foundations. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfghan sheep's wool is renowned for its quality and durable nature which is ideal for rug making. \u003c\/span\u003eCotton is a sturdy natural fibre which is ideal for use as warps and wefts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Afghan runner like this will give you many, many years of service and enjoyment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn exquisite looking Kazak runner at a very reasonable price\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a few different qualities of Afghan Kazak Rugs made. There is a high knot density type that is known as fine Kazak, or Super Kazak or Supreme Kazak. As well as fine knot counts, this type are made with hand-spun wool and often natural dyes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kazak strip has a lesser knot density, thicker pile and the woollen yarn is made from a machine spun wool. With these factors in mind, we can see that this rug was quicker to make. This type of Kazak Rug is sometimes known as Yakash Kazak, or Commercial Kazak. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference is that the lesser knot count type are around half the price of the Fine Kazak rugs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-knotted wool pile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handmade Kazak strip is made by a method of hand-knotting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hand-knotted rug is made by a weaver tying tufts of coloured woollen knots around pairs of warp threads (the foundation strings). This knotting is done is rows across the width of the runner. 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It measures 178x116cm or approximately 5'10x3'10. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features a green field with red border and medallion. It also has shades of navy, orange, ochre, pink and cream. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is geometric and displays a distinctive medallion theme. The pattern is crisp and well defined. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I use this green handmade fine Kazak Rug?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Afghan 6x4 rug can be used in numerous locations around your home. A versatile size such as this does not have to be restricted to one place. However, this is a good size for use as a hearth rug in the sitting room or snug. It could also be used in an entrance hall or even in a bedroom. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere ever you decide to position it, it will be easy to look after. It is made only from natural materials so it will be long-lasting. To keep this Afghan rug looking at its best, we recommend vacuuming it on a weekly basis - taking care when vacuuming the fringe ends. To anchor it in position an anti-slip rug underlay is a good idea. This will prevent any slippage as well as guarding against uneven wear. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis green Afghan rug is made from sheep's wool and cotton. There are \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003enot\u003c\/span\u003e any synthetic fibres in this rug or glue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pile of the rug is made from wool. Afghan wool is known for its quality and is perfect for rug making. The wool is also hand-spun. This is beneficial as the yarn can be spun much tighter by hand than is possible with machine spun yarns. This forms a much stronger and stiffer fibre. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCotton was used for use as the warps. 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