Afghan rug with geometric medallion pattern, rust and orange tones, dark border, fringe
Afghan rug with central medallion, rust and orange geometric design, dark border, fringe
Afghan rug laid diagonally, rust and orange geometric motifs, dark trim, long fringe
Afghan rug with ornate geometric center panel, rust and orange palette, fringe edges
Close-up of Afghan rug pattern in rust and orange with dark blue geometric details
Afghan rug close-up showing woven geometric bands in rust, orange, and dark blue
Afghan rug detail with repeating diamond and stepped motifs in rust and orange, dark blue
Afghan rug border detail with geometric rows and light fringe tassels at the bottom
Afghan rug close-up with measuring tape over geometric pattern in rust and orange

Vendor:The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd

Extra fine Afghan rug

£1,250.00

Rug Size: 189 x 134cm

An impressive and intricately hand-knotted Afghan Rug woven with silk fringes for extra fine-knotting.Buy online with fast free UK delivery or purchase in-store!

Title: Extra fine Afghan rug

Size: 1.89×1.34m / 6’3″x4’5″ Thickness: 6mm

Origin:Kabul, East Afghanistan.

Technique: Hand-knotted.

Material: Wool pile, knotted onto silk warps/fringes, wool wefts.

Colours and Design: This extra fine Afghan rug has a distinctive tribal Ensi or purdah design and has superb atmospheric shades of tobacco.

Condition/Age: It is irregular in shape: thewidth is mostly 1.25m but flares to 1.35m at one end. Woven in the 1970s, but in as new condition/unused. Note: the long silk fringes easily be trimmed to a desired length.

Additional Information:

Afghan Silk & Wool Rugs are probably the finest type of Afghan Rug from Afghanistan.

This rug is one of a collection of extra fine silk warp (fringed) Afghan rugs dating from the 1970s that we recently acquired. The fineness of weave is extraordinary, and rugs of such intricacy are seldom woven these days.

The production is small and from Kabul. Classic Afghan patterns are produced as well as Caucasian designs, Persian designs and occasionally maps and pictorials.

The 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. Kindly note that fringes are not included as part of the measurement on Oriental rugs. The weft threads are of wool. The hand-knotted pile is made from wool: the nature of this wool is tough – thereby creating a durable quality rug.

Given the passage of time combined with limited production, part silk Afghan rugs of such high quality are likely to become increasingly scarce.

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Frequently asked questions about Afghan rugs

Oriental rugs are renowned for their longevity and can often last for generations. 

I’d like to buy it, is the rug shown the rug I’ll get? 

Yes, all of our rugs are handmade and the vast majority are one-of-a-kind. This is the exact rug you will receive. No substitutions.

I’m interested in this rug, but would like to see it before I decide – can I come and see it at your shop? 

Of course! All of the rugs displayed and shown as in stock on our website are available to view and buy in-store.

How quickly will I receive my rug and how much does delivery cost? 

We aim to dispatch our Rugs as quickly as possible. Deliveries in the UK are generally achieved in 2-3 working days. Within the UK there is no carriage charge for rugs.

I’m not located in the UK, will you send it to destinations outside of the UK?

Please contact us, referencing which rug you would like to buy and your delivery address to find out shipping costs.

How long will my rug last? 

Hand-knotted Rugs and Handwoven Rugs are extremely long-lasting items. If properly looked after Oriental Rugs can outlive their owner and maybe even last for generations. In many cases rugs improve with age.

Will the colours of my rug fade? 

Handmade Oriental rugs will soften in colour over time. Of course, like any textile, if the rug is used in an area of strong sunlight, such as in a Conservatory for instance, the fading process will be more rapid. During days of strong sunshine, it is good practice to draw the curtains or blinds to keep your Oriental rug looking at its best.

Will the colours transfer onto the flooring underneath? 

This is a tricky one to answer! If only we had a crystal ball! There is a risk. Our rugs are all handmade and made with artisan dyes. All of our rugs are thoroughly washed prior to export and any excess dye should come out in the washing process. However, on the odd occasion, the dye can still sometimes transfer. This phenomenon is increased by humidity and temperature, and is regrettably irreversible. If you are concerned about this possibility, perhaps consider using an Underlay to put a barrier between the rug and the flooring/fitted carpet underneath.

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How do I care for my Afghan Rug

They are easy to care for, but here’s a few helpful pointers to keep your new Afghan rug looking great: 

Vacuum

Hoover it regularly – perhaps once a week. This is good practice as tiny dirt particles can cause premature wear. Vacuum it with just the nozzle suction, as rotating brushes can be abrasive. Try to keep the vacuum cleaner away from the fringes as this is probably the weakest point on an Oriental rug; fringes and vacuum cleaners don’t mix!

Rotate 

It is a good idea to rotate your Afghan rug on occasion. This will help prevent areas of concentrated wear. Foot shuffling when watching the TV is a prime culprit! Rotating your rug will also help to even-out any incremental changes in colour from exposure to sunlight.

Blot

Any spills should be blotted immediately: blot with kitchen towel or clean un-dyed absorbent cloth; avoid rubbing or scrubbing which can spread the spill or push the spill deeper into the rug.

Use a Rug Underlay

A good rug underlay will keep the rug in place, thereby preventing uneven wear and will help the rug keep from going out of shape.

Professional Cleaning

This is something that is required infrequently, perhaps every 3-5 years depending on use. Please contact us if you would like to have your rug cleaned as we offer a Rug Cleaning Service.