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Afghan FineHand KnottedRug
Black / Brown191 x 286 cm

Name: Afghan Fine
Brand: Rugvista
SKU: HJTZZD391
Availability: LimitedAvailability
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Afghan Fine - Crafted for Warmth and Comfort

A beautiful, one-of-a-kind Afghan Fine rug hand-knotted in Afghanistan, featuring rich blue and red tones that bring warmth and character to any classic interior.

This hand-knotted rug offers a lovely tactile experience, bringing genuine warmth and comfort to your home. Woven with a soft wool pile, it feels wonderful underfoot while remaining practical for everyday living. The low pile height ensures it sits neatly under furniture and doors, making it a versatile addition to your living room or dining area.

Crafted with wool, the rug benefits from the natural resilience and soft texture of this traditional fiber. Wool is naturally dirt-resistant and durable, ensuring the rug retains its beauty and structure even in busier areas of the house.

As a one-of-a-kind piece, this rug carries a unique story. No two hand-knotted rugs are ever identical, meaning you are acquiring a singular work of textile art that cannot be replicated or reordered. It is a distinctive feature for any home, created to be enjoyed for generations.

Originating from Afghanistan, this piece showcases the classic design heritage of the region. The deep blue field provides a striking backdrop for the traditional red and gold medallions, offering a balanced and inviting colour palette that grounds your decor.

Afghan Akhche rugs are deeply rooted in the weaving traditions of northern Afghanistan, where tribal weavers have passed down their skills through generations. Historically, these designs were woven by nomadic and semi-nomadic groups, reflecting the cultural heritage and rugged landscapes of Central Asia.

The term Fine in this category denotes a superior level of craftsmanship and careful wool selection. Weavers select the best wool to ensure a clearer definition of the intricate patterns and a more durable structure, resulting in a rug that is both beautiful and resilient.

The design is characterised by repeating octagonal medallions, often referred to as guls, which are framed by detailed geometric borders. While deep red is the most traditional background colour for these rugs, this particular piece features a rich blue field, making it a distinctive and highly sought-after variation within the tradition.

Rugs from this Afghan weaving tradition are highly valued by collectors and homeowners alike for their authenticity and cultural weight. Owning one means bringing a piece of living history into your home, celebrating a craft that has remained largely unchanged for centuries.

This rug is entirely hand-knotted, a traditional technique that requires immense patience, skill, and hours of focused labour. Every single knot is tied by hand by skilled artisans, creating a robust and individual structure that machine-made alternatives simply cannot match.

With a substantial weight of 16.9 kg for its size of 286 by 191 cm, this rug demonstrates a very dense and tightly packed construction. This weight indicates that a significant amount of high-quality wool has been woven into the piece, ensuring a thick, supportive feel and excellent durability.

The physical effort involved in weaving a piece of this scale means it represents weeks of dedicated craftsmanship. This level of human investment ensures a finished product of exceptional character, built to withstand the test of time in a busy household.

Wool

Wool is a fantastic natural fibre with many benefits, it is durable and hard-wearing, which means that a rug made from wool can be used for several generations and maintain its quality. They are an excellent choice for keeping your rooms warm during the cold winter months and can reduce noise from everyday life. The material also has a natural dirt-repellent effect which makes wool rugs easy to keep clean. Wool has a natural elasticity, which means that when the pile is pressed down, it can easily bounce back to its original shape.

Cotton

Cotton is a natural material that makes them a suitable option for people with allergies. The material is soft, durable and resilient, which makes them practical and comfortable for high-traffic areas such as the hallway, kitchen, and bathroom.

UsageIndoor

RoomBedroom,Dining area,Living room

Size191 x 286 cm,Large

Thickness10 mm

MaterialWool,Cotton

WarpCotton

PileWool

Weight17 kg

AgeContemporary 0-20 years (not used)

ColorBlack,Brown,Dark red

ShapeRectangular

PatternMedallion