Afghan Maimana Kilim Rug | 303 x 205 cm

This is a brand new authentic Maimana Kilim rug, handmade in Afghanistan.

Kilim 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).

Unlike knotted pile rugs, kilims are woven using a weft-faced technique that creates a flat, reversible surface which is highly durable and lightweight. They 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. 

These rugs are woven all across Afghanistan, particularly in the northern provinces of Afghanistan (Faryab, Jowzjan, Balkh). There are also different variations of kilims depending on their origin - Turkmen kilims have diamond lattice patterns of red and black, Maimana kilims have bold geomteric patterns and dark earthy colours, and Chubi kilims have high-contrast colour combinations.

Non-Straight Edges: Some rugs may not have completely straight edges due the handmade-nature of the rugs and rigorous production process of washing, dyeing and trimming. Usually these are not noticeable from eye-height.

Creases: Some rugs may have minor creases due to being folded and stored. These are usually flattened out once they are laid out and in the course of normal foot traffic and vacuuming. You can also flatten creases by applying some water to the crease and applying gentle heat using an iron, indirectly over another cloth.

Colour: The colours and shades may vary slightly due to the lighting when photos are taken. This means that the carpet you receive may look slightly different from the picture. Additionally, carpets naturally have a "light" side and a "dark" side, which is determined by the orientation of the wool pile. This is a characteristic of carpets and should be taken into consideration when choosing a carpet for your space.

Deliveries within the UK are FREE. We endeavor to dispatch orders the same day (if ordered before 12 pm) or the next working day. We deliver all our rugs within mainland UK on a 3-5 working day, tracked service.

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If you're uncertain or discover the rug doesn't quite suit your room, we will happily offer a refund (excluding postage) within 14 days for mainland UK customers, allowing you to shop with confidence and ease. Simply post the rug back to us at:

105 Eade Road, Oriental Carpet Centre, London N4 1TJ

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