Bring a touch of world art to your living space with this one-of-a-kind Kargahi wool rug from Afghanistan. Made with 100% wool and featuring a knot count of 160, this rug boasts a beautiful design inspired by the patterns of Caucasian Kazaks. With a pile height of 0.25 inches, this rug is both durable and comfortable. The blue, ivory, red, gold, purple, and orange colors reflect the natural surroundings of the region.

Features:

• Unique one-of-a-kind design inspired by Caucasian Kazaks
• Handmade with 100% wool for durability
• Knot count of 160 for intricate detail
• Pile height of 0.25 inches for comfort underfoot
• Natural color scheme featuring blue, ivory, red, gold, purple, and orange

Story Behind the Art:

• The Kargahi rugs originated in refugee camps in Peshawar, Pakistan, where Afghan weavers made them by hand. The all-natural vegetable dye used in the rugs is an ecological alternative to chemical dyes and is made up of roots, flower petals, and tree bark. The colors reflect the natural surroundings of the region. Weavers use their artisanal skills to create variations in color, size, and design, making each rug a unique work of art. The majority of the weavers are women who live in villages in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, and India. By purchasing these rugs, you can help create jobs for female weavers who otherwise would not have the opportunity to do so. The community also thrives from rug weaving as local farmers benefit from wool sales and local artisans create natural and vegetable dyes for the weavers to use in their designs.
• Note: Due to the handmade nature of our rugs, the size may vary from as advertised by 3-4 inches. Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen. Regular vacuuming and annual professional cleaning will keep your rug looking new for years to come.
• Imported.