{"title":"All Rugs","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"63-x-42-cm-handmade-afghan-door-mat","title":"Afghan Ziegler Door Mat","description":"\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis is a brand new authentic Ziegler small rug, handmade in Afghanistan. This is a small rug that can be used as a door mat or entryway rug to be placed in door entrances. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZiegler\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003erugs are recreations based on fine Persian-style rugs, namely\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSultanabad\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eArak\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003erugs, with highly detailed floral designs and a high knot count. They combine Persian motifs (especially\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHerati\u003c\/em\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eShah Abbas\u003c\/em\u003e, and floral medallions) with European aesthetics - muted colours, open fields, and lighter tones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eZiegler\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003erugs were designed in 1833 by the the Swiss-British textile firm Ziegler \u0026amp; Co. in Manchester, England, with a manufacturing base in Iran. The goal was to produce a rug design that suited the western market, as an option to the more prevalent tribal, geometric rug designs of Central Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rugs are also known as '\u003cem\u003eChobi\u003c\/em\u003e' rugs (Persian meaning:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ewood colour\u003c\/em\u003e) from their characteristic cream colour resembling pine wood. They use the asymmetrical Persian (\u003cem\u003eSenneh\u003c\/em\u003e) knot and the design is dominated by floral motifs including palmettes, rosettes, arabesques, scrolling vines and floral sprays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are mainly woven in the northern Afghan provinces of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAndkhoy\u003c\/em\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMazari-Sharif\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eKunduz\u003c\/em\u003e, using high quality Ghazni wool which provides a natural sheen. They often have a relatively lower pile and widespread colour tonal variation (known as '\u003cem\u003eAbrash\u003c\/em\u003e' in Persian) to imitate antique rugs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55716776608126,"sku":"","price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/9350\/1054\/files\/IMG_7797.jpg?v=1759520004"},{"product_id":"194-x-150-cm-afghan-mushwani-rug-1","title":"Afghan Mushwani Rug","description":"\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis is a brand new authentic \u003cem\u003eMushwani \u003c\/em\u003erug, handmade in Afghanistan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMushwani \u003c\/em\u003erugs use a combination of knotted pile, flat weave (kilim), and embroidery techniques, creating a unique contrast in texture and colour. They are originally dyed with madder root (for reds) and indigo (for blues), however they also come in brown versions which are simply red \u003cem\u003eMushwani \u003c\/em\u003erugs which have undergone an acid wash which transforms the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey use Turkish (\u003cem\u003eGhiordes\u003c\/em\u003e) knots, which are symmetrical and contribute to the rug's durability. The design is dominated by lozenges, diamonds, hooked motifs, and medallions. The somewhat uncommon smaller sizes of \u003cem\u003eMushwani \u003c\/em\u003erugs come from their original use in smaller tents and nomadic dwellings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rugs are a distinctive type of tribal carpet produced by the Mushwani tribe, a sub-group of the larger \u003cem\u003eAimaq \u003c\/em\u003eethnic group of western Afghanistan, particularly in \u003cem\u003eHerat\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBadghis\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eGhor\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eFarah \u003c\/em\u003eprovinces. They are a Persian-speaking group of pastoral nomads who migrate with their herds and weave rugs primarily for domestic use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55912661844350,"sku":null,"price":158.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/9350\/1054\/files\/IMG_9155.jpg?v=1751668538"},{"product_id":"188-x-120-cm-afghan-chubi-kilim-rug","title":"Afghan Chubi Kilim Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a brand new authentic \u003cem\u003eChubi \u003c\/em\u003eKilim rug, handmade in Afghanistan. Unlike knotted pile rugs, kilims are woven using a weft-faced technique that creates a flat, reversible surface which is highly durable and lightweight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKilim rugs are one of the most common rugs woven in Afghanistan, often consisting of geometric medallions (lozenges, diamonds, hexagons) and bold colours derived from madder root (reds), indigo (blues), pomegranate rind (yellows), walnut husk or oak galls (browns and blacks).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are ubiquitous to Central Asia and Northern Africa, which suit use in harsh, dry climates as they would historically be used by nomadic people. They are low maintenance due to their robust and simple weaving design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rugs are woven all across Afghanistan, particularly in the northern provinces of Afghanistan (\u003cem\u003eFaryab\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eJowzjan\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eBalkh\u003c\/em\u003e). There are also different variations of kilims depending on their origin - \u003cem\u003eTurkmen \u003c\/em\u003ekilims have diamond lattice patterns of red and black, \u003cem\u003eMaimana \u003c\/em\u003ekilims have bold geomteric patterns and dark earthy colours, and \u003cem\u003eChubi \u003c\/em\u003ekilims have high-contrast colour combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55915230658942,"sku":null,"price":93.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/9350\/1054\/files\/IMG_9105-compressed.jpg?v=1759522253"},{"product_id":"270-x-86-cm-afghan-super-kazak-runner-1","title":"Afghan Fine Super Kazak Runner","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a brand new authentic \u003cem\u003eSuper Kazak\u003c\/em\u003e runner, handmade in Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally, \u003cem\u003eKazak \u003c\/em\u003erugs were produced in the Caucasus region of \u003cem\u003eAzerbaijan\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eArmenia \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eGeorgia\u003c\/em\u003e. However, these designs have been revived and reinterpreted in Afghanistan. They are woven in the northern cities of  \u003cem\u003eMazari-Sharif\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSheberghan\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eAndkhoy\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rugs are known for their intricate geometric design consisting of medallions, 'sunburst' or snowflake-like emblems, and hooked polygons. They use various colours including reds, blues, browns, greens and beige. These high contrast colours differ from less saturated Afghan rugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are woven using the asymmetrical Turkish (\u003cem\u003eGhiordes\u003c\/em\u003e) knot and often have a medium-low pile to bring out the detailed fine design. This is especially true for 'Super Kazak' rugs which are much more detailed than ordinary \u003cem\u003eKazak \u003c\/em\u003erugs. They also use finer wool, which gives the rugs a lustre.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55994959692158,"sku":null,"price":419.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/9350\/1054\/files\/IMG_8977-compressed.jpg?v=1771800022"},{"product_id":"265-x-72-cm-afghan-mushwani-runner","title":"Afghan Mushwani Runner","description":"\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis is a brand new authentic \u003cem\u003eMushwani \u003c\/em\u003erunner, handmade in Afghanistan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMushwani \u003c\/em\u003erugs use a combination of knotted pile, flat weave (kilim), and embroidery techniques, creating a unique contrast in texture and colour. They are originally dyed with madder root (for reds) and indigo (for blues), however they also come in brown versions which are simply red \u003cem\u003eMushwani \u003c\/em\u003erugs which have undergone an acid wash which transforms the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey use Turkish (\u003cem\u003eGhiordes\u003c\/em\u003e) knots, which are symmetrical and contribute to the rug's durability. The design is dominated by lozenges, diamonds, hooked motifs, and medallions. 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They are a Persian-speaking group of pastoral nomads who migrate with their herds and weave rugs primarily for domestic use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55995026276734,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/9350\/1054\/files\/IMG_8726-compressed.jpg?v=1771800051"},{"product_id":"208-x-125-cm-afghan-gul-bagh-rug","title":"208 x 125 cm | Afghan Gul-Bagh Rug (Old 1990)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an old (circa 1990) authentic \u003cem\u003eGul Bagh\u003c\/em\u003e rug, handmade in Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGul Bagh\u003c\/em\u003e rugs (Persian meaning; \u003cem\u003egarden of flowers\u003c\/em\u003e) are highly floral rugs consisting of the traditional deep red colour. The detailed floral pattern with the deep red and black colour make this a unique design and increases in beauty when viewed from a distance. This is a used rug so the pile is relatively low, however none of the vibrancy is lost and there is no damage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55999724880254,"sku":null,"price":383.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/9350\/1054\/files\/IMG_9183-compressed.jpg?v=1759524718"},{"product_id":"70-x-48-cm-afghan-aqcha-door-mat","title":"70 x 48 cm | Afghan Aqcha Door Mat","description":"\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis is a brand new authentic \u003cem\u003eAqcha \u003c\/em\u003esmall rug, handmade in Afghanistan. This is a small rug that can be used as a door mat or entryway rug to be placed in door entrances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAqcha rugs are one of the original Afghan rugs which have the characteristic deep red (from madder root extract) and dark blue\/black colour. However, newer designs are being woven with different bold colours such as blue, green and orange. Although these rugs have a lower knot count than more finer rugs, they have a relatively thicker and dense pile which provides a softer texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey use the symmetrical Turkish (\u003cem\u003eGhiordes\u003c\/em\u003e) knot and the design is well known for it's 'elephant foot' design - large, repeated octagonal motifs. The border often consists of smaller floral and geometric motifs including 'almond' motifs, representing a sweet harvest. Despite their nomadic roots, these rugs' designs are more standardised and less free-form than other tribal rugs like \u003cem\u003eBaluch \u003c\/em\u003eor \u003cem\u003eGabbeh \u003c\/em\u003erugs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rugs are produced in the town of Aqcha, located in northern Afghanistan, near the cities of \u003cem\u003eSheberghan\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eMazari-Sharif\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eAndkhoy\u003c\/em\u003e. They are primarily woven by the \u003cem\u003eErsari \u003c\/em\u003etribe, a nomadic \u003cem\u003eTurkmen \u003c\/em\u003epeople.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55999736873342,"sku":null,"price":31.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/9350\/1054\/files\/IMG_8607-compressed.jpg?v=1759520665"},{"product_id":"83-x-53-cm-afghan-aqcha-door-mat","title":"83 x 53 cm | Afghan Aqcha Door Mat","description":"\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis is a brand new authentic \u003cem\u003eAqcha \u003c\/em\u003esmall rug, handmade in Afghanistan. This is a small rug that can be used as a door mat or entryway rug to be placed in door entrances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAqcha rugs are one of the original Afghan rugs which have the characteristic deep red (from madder root extract) and dark blue\/black colour. However, newer designs are being woven with different bold colours such as blue, green and orange. Although these rugs have a lower knot count than more finer rugs, they have a relatively thicker and dense pile which provides a softer texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey use the symmetrical Turkish (\u003cem\u003eGhiordes\u003c\/em\u003e) knot and the design is well known for it's 'elephant foot' design - large, repeated octagonal motifs. The border often consists of smaller floral and geometric motifs including 'almond' motifs, representing a sweet harvest. Despite their nomadic roots, these rugs' designs are more standardised and less free-form than other tribal rugs like \u003cem\u003eBaluch \u003c\/em\u003eor \u003cem\u003eGabbeh \u003c\/em\u003erugs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rugs are produced in the town of Aqcha, located in northern Afghanistan, near the cities of \u003cem\u003eSheberghan\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eMazari-Sharif\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eAndkhoy\u003c\/em\u003e. They are primarily woven by the \u003cem\u003eErsari \u003c\/em\u003etribe, a nomadic \u003cem\u003eTurkmen \u003c\/em\u003epeople.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55999745917310,"sku":null,"price":31.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/9350\/1054\/files\/IMG_8628.jpg?v=1753480474"},{"product_id":"280-x-84-cm-afghan-super-kazak-runner","title":"280 x 84 cm | Afghan Super Kazak Runner","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a brand new authentic \u003cem\u003eSuper Kazak\u003c\/em\u003e runner, handmade in Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally, \u003cem\u003eKazak \u003c\/em\u003erugs were produced in the Caucasus region of \u003cem\u003eAzerbaijan\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eArmenia \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eGeorgia\u003c\/em\u003e. However, these designs have been revived and reinterpreted in Afghanistan. They are woven in the northern cities of  \u003cem\u003eMazari-Sharif\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSheberghan\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eAndkhoy\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rugs are known for their intricate geometric design consisting of medallions, 'sunburst' or snowflake-like emblems, and hooked polygons. They use various colours including reds, blues, browns, greens and beige. These high contrast colours differ from less saturated Afghan rugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are woven using the asymmetrical Turkish (\u003cem\u003eGhiordes\u003c\/em\u003e) knot and often have a medium-low pile to bring out the detailed fine design. This is especially true for 'Super Kazak' rugs which are much more detailed than ordinary \u003cem\u003eKazak \u003c\/em\u003erugs. They also use finer wool, which gives the rugs a lustre.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55999777276286,"sku":null,"price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/9350\/1054\/files\/IMG_9004-compressed.jpg?v=1771800105"},{"product_id":"288-x-82-cm-afghan-aqcha-runner","title":"288 x 82 cm | Afghan Aqcha Runner","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a brand new authentic \u003cem\u003eAqcha \u003c\/em\u003erunner, handmade in Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAqcha \u003c\/em\u003erugs are one of the original Afghan rugs which have the characteristic deep red (from madder root extract) and dark blue\/black colour. However, newer designs are being woven with different bold colours such as blue, green and orange. Although these rugs have a lower knot count than more finer rugs, they have a relatively thicker and dense pile which provides a softer texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey use the symmetrical Turkish (\u003cem\u003eGhiordes\u003c\/em\u003e) knot and the design is well known for it's 'elephant foot' design - large, repeated octagonal motifs. The border often consists of smaller floral and geometric motifs including 'almond' motifs, representing a sweet harvest. Despite their nomadic roots, these rugs' designs are more standardised and less free-form than other tribal rugs like \u003cem\u003eBaluch \u003c\/em\u003eor \u003cem\u003eGabbeh \u003c\/em\u003erugs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rugs are produced in the town of \u003cem\u003eAqcha\u003c\/em\u003e, located in northern Afghanistan, near the cities of \u003cem\u003eSheberghan\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eMazari-Sharif\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eAndkhoy\u003c\/em\u003e. They are primarily woven by the \u003cem\u003eErsari \u003c\/em\u003etribe, a nomadic Turkmen people.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55999785664894,"sku":null,"price":174.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/9350\/1054\/files\/IMG_8925-compressed.jpg?v=1771800514"},{"product_id":"309-x-204-cm-persian-hamadan-rug-old-1970","title":"309 x 204 cm | Persian Hamadan Rug (Old 1970)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an old (circa 1970) authentic \u003cem\u003eHamadan \u003c\/em\u003erug, handmade in Iran. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersian rugs have always been associated with sophisticated and affluent households, with regal highly detailed floral designs such as \u003cem\u003eIsfahan\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eKashan \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eTabriz \u003c\/em\u003erugs, however there are many nomadic people in Iran who weave simpler, tribal rugs, including \u003cem\u003eGabbeh\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eHamadan \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eQashqai \u003c\/em\u003erugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe floral designs often have a medium pile with a lustre, while the tribal rugs have a thicker pile. In most cases, the rugs are named after the city they are woven in. They are dominated by floral patterns symbolising the gardens of paradise, and nature with motifs of deer, goats, trees and other herbivorous animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHamadan \u003c\/em\u003erugs are woven in the city of \u003cem\u003eHamadan\u003c\/em\u003e, western Iran. They are classed as tribal rugs, despite their bold floral and medallion design. Within the Hamadan region there are smaller villages including \u003cem\u003eMalayer\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eNahavand\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eLilian\u003c\/em\u003e, which incorporate their own unique motifs\/colours when weaving Hamadan rugs. Common patterns include \u003cem\u003eboteh \u003c\/em\u003e(paisley), \u003cem\u003eHerati \u003c\/em\u003epattern (diamond medallion) and floral vines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56004825907582,"sku":null,"price":627.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/9350\/1054\/files\/IMG_9129-squared_d18752f5-e6c7-4000-9f5b-4cbcdf006ad4.png?v=1753632503"},{"product_id":"202-x-149-cm-afghan-fine-mushwani-rug","title":"202 x 149 cm | Afghan Fine Mushwani Rug (Belgian Wool)","description":"\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis is a brand new authentic \u003cem\u003eMushwani \u003c\/em\u003erug, handmade in Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is specifically a fine (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ebeljik\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) Mushwani which is of higher quality Belgian wool and detailed design than other regular Mushwani rugs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMushwani \u003c\/em\u003erugs use a combination of knotted pile, flat weave (kilim), and embroidery techniques, creating a unique contrast in texture and colour. 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However, these designs have been revived and reinterpreted in Afghanistan. They are woven in the northern cities of  \u003cem\u003eMazari-Sharif\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSheberghan\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eAndkhoy\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rugs are known for their intricate geometric design consisting of medallions, 'sunburst' or snowflake-like emblems, and hooked polygons. They use various colours including reds, blues, browns, greens and beige. These high contrast colours differ from less saturated Afghan rugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are woven using the asymmetrical Turkish (\u003cem\u003eGhiordes\u003c\/em\u003e) knot and often have a medium-low pile to bring out the detailed fine design. This is especially true for '\u003cem\u003eSuper Kazak\u003c\/em\u003e' rugs which are much more detailed than Yakash \u003cem\u003eKazak \u003c\/em\u003erugs. 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