Carpet ID
52605
Knot Densit
500,000 knots psqm approx
Thickness
3-4 mm
Origin
Afghanistan
Pile
Silk/Wool
Warp
Wool
Manufacturing
Hand Made
Size
161 x 119 cm ( 5' 3 x 3' 11 )
Turkomans are one of the ancient carpet weavers in history. They came and settled in Afghanistan from Central Asia which is historically famous for carpet weaving. Various types of Turkoman weaving are determined by their tribal and nomadic life style. Use of geometrical ornament often memorized through the family tradition in stunning red- red brown and black shades often derived from organic - plant source. Their unmatched skill to weave carpets from the materials available around them produced exceptional and unique pieces from this region. Please note that variation in colors and often a slight imperfection in shape is due to the reflection of the Nomadic way of life. Due to global modernization, fewer carpets are produced now a days. Most of the carpets are semi old like 20-50 years.
Please note that due to stacking or packaging, the texture of the rug may be pressed with folding mark 'which`` is not a defect and will be disappeared within few days of use.