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250 x 61 cm | Afghan Mushwani Runner
£109.00
Produced in Afghanistan
100% Wool and 100% Vegetable Dyes
FREE delivery
30-day returns
Environmentally sustainable
Durable, washable, repairable
Product Description
This is a brand new authentic Mushwani runner, 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.
Materials + Care
The pile of this rug is constructed of hand-spun Ghazni wool, and the weft and warp foundation are also constructed of wool. The dyes used are all 100% natural vegetable dyes, derived from plant, fruit and flower skins such as madder root, indigo, pomegranate skin and walnut shells.
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.
Delivery and Returns
Deliveries within the UK are FREE. We endeavour 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 2-3 working day, tracked service with Royal Mail.
If you're unhappy with your rug, we will happily offer a refund (excluding postage) within 30 days for mainland UK customers, allowing you to shop with confidence and ease. simply contact us and we will guide you through the process.