Afghan Mushwani Rug | 194 x 150 cm

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

Mushwani rugs 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 Mushwani rugs which have undergone an acid wash which transforms the colour.

They use Turkish (Ghiordes) 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 Mushwani rugs come from their original use in smaller tents and nomadic dwellings.

These rugs are a distinctive type of tribal carpet produced by the Mushwani tribe, a sub-group of the larger Aimaq ethnic group of western Afghanistan, particularly in Herat, Badghis, Ghor, and Farah provinces. They are a Persian-speaking group of pastoral nomads who migrate with their herds and weave rugs primarily for domestic use.

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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