Afghan Kazak

Afghan KazakTraditionally, the Kazak rug was a symbol of wealth. Often woven with gold and silver threads, Kazak rugs adorned the walls and floors of palaces and were placed at the foot of kings. These extremely luxurious rugs are stone washed and have an unusually short, trimmed pile. Although the heavily patterned borders feature the latch hook and reciprocal saw tooth designs typical of rugs made in the southwestern United States, the Kazak is distinguishable

but more tightly knotted with a shorter pile

the Boteh pattern

green or bright blue

plushy feel underfoot

the artisan’s individual methods and precise timing of the wash produce subtle nuances and variations in each rug

Afghan Mori rugs are stunning carpets with intricate patterns that combine reds

durable and extremely soft

luxurious pile with an instantly recognizable overall Boteh (paisley) or Herati pattern in strong reds and blues on an ivory background

which features giant floral motifs delicately arranged on a decorative background of ivory

extraordinary colours and fine fleece

shrubs and leaves

these Indian and Pakistan varieties use cotton