{"product_id":"fine-handmade-afghan-mamluk-carpet","title":"Fine Handmade Afghan Mamluk Carpet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis spectacular Afghan Mamluk Carpet measuring 243 x 175cm is meticulously handknotted featuring a famous format of geometric motifs inspired by the distinctive style of the design complexity of applied arts in Egypt originating from the height of the Mamluk Dynasty (1250-1517). Grace your floor with rich blues and deep pinks pure wool pile which gives an overall impression of purple-indigo!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes a Afghan Mamluk Carpet so recognisable? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the height of carpet weaving and many decorative arts and crafts of Fifteenth Century in Egypt and Syria the highly complex and perfect geometrical forms of Mamluk carpets continue to be a great source of inspiration. These Afghan creations and interpretations are still made today with traditional weaving methods. This piece expresses many aspects from historical pieces but with a modern touch with an unusual colourway combination.  Key characterisitics of Mamluk designs and motifs show a magnificent central medallion surrounded by a field filled with geometric motifs and devices as well as a great sense of symmetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat materials is this Afghan Mamluk Carpet made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis carpet's pile is created from pure wool that has been handspun and dyed to produce it's glorious jewel tones. Wool yarn is handknotted onto the warps of cotton that are set up on the upright loom. It is from this foundation that the wefts are also passed through horizontally between each row of knots.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositioning your Afghan Mamluk Carpet in your home.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polygonal medallion in the centre of this piece with it's intricate radiating complex motifs with a classic border with stylised leaves works well as a focal point for a living room! Equally ideal to place a coffee centrally too and enjoy it being surrounded by the characteristic Mamluk design features. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of  Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e243 x 175cm \/ 8'0\" x 5'9\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarp\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge\u003c\/strong\u003e: 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":58081587462475,"sku":"TORM-1112-FINE HANDMADE AFGHAN MAMLUK CARPET-243 X 175CM","price":1915.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Mamluk-fine-2.43x1.75m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786283216","url":"https:\/\/theorientalrugmerchant.co.uk\/products\/fine-handmade-afghan-mamluk-carpet","provider":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}