Afghan Super Fine Kazak

Afghan Super Fine KazakTraditionally, the Kazak rug was a symbol of wealth. Often woven with gold and silver threads, Kazak rugs adorned the walls and floors of palaces and were placed at the foot of kings. These extremely luxurious rugs are stone washed and have an unusually short, trimmed pile. Although the heavily patterned borders feature the latch hook and reciprocal saw tooth designs typical of rugs made in the southwestern United States, the Kazak is distinguishable

Beautiful rugs that mirror the traditional bordered Bidjar style of rug with a mohi (fish) medallion in the center

Aside from their quality

Beautifully coloured and lavishly used

In the 1930s

with their iconic patterns

rough carpet

Chobi rugs have unique characteristics that differentiate them from others carpets

natural or uncut) is a primitive

making both sides of the carpet usable

Girls started at age six and families were required to weave at least one rug each month

as a nod to their outstanding craftsmanship

the pile is sheep's wool and the Persian knots are dense