Afghan Khal Mohammadi

Afghan Khal MohammadiSturdy and long lasting, Khal Mohammadi rugs are made of 100% wool and natural dyes and are legendary for their excellent workmanship and striking finish. These beautifully coloured, short pile rugs are skillfully handcrafted by the Turkomans in and around Kunduz and in some parts of Pakistan. Khal Mohammadi rugs are named after their innovative creator, a legendary Ersari Turkmen rug producer and master dyer from northern Afghanistan. Today, all Khal

thick pile plush rugs are lovely underfoot

design which consists of a garden field with compartments or squares filled with roses

Otherwise used only in Bakhtiari rugs

Sub-styles of the Tabriz include the distinguished Tabriz Fish

while generally fine

Dominant colours are madder reds

Rugs from Veramin are recognized worldwide for their outstanding quality and distinctive style

from dense all-over designs to intricate central medallions surrounded by a variety of motifs

undyed natural wool makes it soft and comfortable underfoot

are referred to as Shahsavan (Saveh) rugs

White borders delineate central images and the perimeter is rich in traditional geometric patterns

makes them highly prized