Afghan War Rug

Afghan War RugDescription Pending

collectively

Used as an expression of their makers

The lustrous wool of the Heriz is hand-spun from local sheep and naturally dyed with roots and vegetables

these large rugs from Norther Iran are becoming increasing popular

using cotton warps instead of wool and using a loom that accelerates the knotting process

from detailed medallion and corner designs to adventurous hunting rugs to pictorial rugs that portray scenes of daily life

which enables the high intricacy and detail found in the patterns

The wool is lustrous – handspun from local sheep and dyed naturally with vegetables and roots – and Shahsavan weavers use the Turkish knotting style

are characterised by their unique construction and the quality of wool used

Bringing together different cultures

Considered an asset in western markets

leaf-like medallion