Afghan Kazak

Afghan 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

the Gabbeh (from the Persian word meaning raw

beige and dark blue

Sub-styles of the Tabriz include the distinguished Tabriz Fish

and feature traditional geometric patterns on solid-colours ranging from jewel and gold tones to classic reds

with some antique examples feeling almost velvety

Khal Mohammadi rugs are named after their innovative creator

the first rug producing workshop was established in Tabriz

without the characteristic slits of a kilim

Hamadan rugs – made in the towns and villages surrounding the city – vary greatly

shrubs and leaves

Bringing together different cultures

hand-knotted carpets are now produced on a large scale in Inida