Afghan Super Fine Khorjeen

Afghan Super Fine KhorjeenThe relatively rare Sumak kilim, which gets its name from the ancient town of Shemakja, is not a actually a kilim. It is flat woven, but the Sumak is created using a tapestry weaving technique in which the weft ? decorative rather than structural ? is woven through a number of warp strands before being looped back. The result is a thick, strong, decorative textile that is smooth on the front and ragged on the back, without the characteristic slits of

these hand-spun carpets are known for their durability and long life

Warp and weft weaving results in distinctive geometric and linear patterns and small spaces when the fibers are pulled apart

antique Sarouk rugs from are in high demand by private collectors and museums

Small animals or floral elements are sometimes incorporated

Khal Mohammadi rugs are named after their innovative creator

and Shahsavan weavers use the Turkish knotting style

with vases as a popular motif

Indian cashmere carpets

The central medallion is often latch-hooked and different in colour from the other two

this dense rug is usually woven in the symmetrical Turkish double knot style

Featuring repeating patterns of octagonal 'guls'

where these rugs were used as blankets