Afghan Saddle Bag Rug - 1.20 x 0.30 tabriz

Afghan Saddle Bag Rug - 1.20 x 0.30 tabrizAn Afghan rug (or Afghan carpet) is a type of handwoven floor covering textile traditionally made in the northern and western areas of Afghanistan,mainly by Afghan Turkmens and Uzbeks. There are different kinds of Afghan carpets. Especially popular are Khal Mohammadi or Afghan Aqche. Various vegetable and other natural dyes are used to produce the rich colors. The rugs are mostly of medium sizes. Many patterns and colors are used, but the traditional

which probably derives from the prayer niche in mosques

and enduring style—making it a standout investment piece for any home

the natives are all Kurdish

They were soon to gain a place among the quality carpet producers of Iran

The usual kind of background colours for Kashan carpets are brick red and dark blue

called “ustad”

This is an extraordinarily beautiful carpet

The colours here are magnificent and serve as mood intensifiers

the luxurious silk and wool rugs of Qom are known for their high quality and are  regarded among the most expensive in the world

All carpets are guaranteed original

It used to be called Lilihan (still is called Lilihan rug in US and Europ)

wool from the herds and vegetable dyes