Afghan Mazar Sheriff Rug - 3.02 x1.97 Extra Large

Afghan Mazar Sheriff Rug - 3.02 x1.97 Extra LargeAn 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

The coloring is predominantly shades of red

Historically

The general shape of the central medallions are varied and stretched length ways down the centre of the carpets field

weaving patterns and techniques changed in the early sixteenth century after conquests in Persia and Egypt

One of the most famous designs of that time — the ziegler — has clear echoes in today’s chobi

The colours are an amazing assortment of colours

It is made from wool and comes form the city of Tabriz

The town is quite fertile and has been named after the abundance of willow trees in the area

blending luxurious craftsmanship with a soft

flower and branch motifs

As well as being a well known and respected center for area rug weaving

and because of that