Afghan Sultan Collection Vegetable Dye Rug - 1.96 x 1.51 Extra Large

Afghan Sultan Collection Vegetable Dye Rug - 1.96 x 1.51 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

Milas rugs are among the most collectable Turkish village rugs

and cream colors

was actually named after this city

Isfahan was the capital of Persia during the reign of Shah Abbas (1571 – 1629)

This stunning handmade carpet comes from the city of Tabriz and is made of wool  The central medallion is an elongated circle in shape and is a combination of lighter olive and reds

the Balkans and the Turkic countries

Designed by Master Ahmad Noori

An Afghan rug (or Afghan carpet) is a type of handwoven floor-covering textile traditionally made in the northern and western areas of Afghanistan

the central medallion is elongated and is in the proportions and shape that reflect the overall size and shape of the carpet itself

The hues and tones of the central medallion are a perfect focus point and  a strong component of the carpet as is its shape

The carpet is divided into individual squares with animals and plants acting as symbols

Red (especially plum) is favoured