Indian Lori Buf

Indian Lori BufKnotted by nomads from the Qashqai and Luri tribes of southwest Iran, Loribuff (Loribaft) carpets are renowned for their naive and primitive patterns. These carpets are exciting and unique, as the nomads used their surroundings as inspiration for their designs. Loribuff are similar to Gabbeh carpets, but more tightly knotted with a shorter pile. Due to the use of high quality, naturally dyed wool, these hand spun carpets are known for their durability

these rugs were not initially made to be sold

The carpets are labelled 'Tibetan' to distinguish them from carpets made in other production areas

Armenian and Azeri Turks living in the mountainous Karabagh region have been weaving since the early 13th century

Sarouk is a beautiful village located with a rich history in carpet weaving

deep pink or salmon tones used alongside soft blues

Afghan Beshir rugs are hand knotted and emphasize geometric patterns in their designs

While the warp in Persian carpets is usually wool

and Shahsavan weavers use the Turkish knotting style

birds and trees in tribal motifs as well as geometrical diamonds

both Seraband and Mir rugs have enjoyed widespread commercial success

similar to modern Kerman rugs

Kazak rugs feature distinct design patterns/motifs with geometric composition and tribal characteristics