Afghan Vegetable Dye

Afghan Vegetable DyeThe kilim rug is steeped in tradition. Considered to resemble the first carpets in history that date back several hundred years before Christ, the roots of the kilim trace back to the nomadic peoples of the Middle East, where these rugs were used as blankets, seat mats, saddle blankets, wall decoration and carpets. Hand woven, the 'flatweave' kilim is almost identical top and bottom, making both sides of the carpet usable. Warp and weft weaving

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latch or stepped hook medallions or small animal figures

It is the endless variety and the richness of these motifs and designs that makes Malayer rugs so interesting

tapestry-weave kilim rug handcrafted by Belouch tribal weavers

luminous wool shorn from local sheep and dyed with roots and vegetables

With their practical value as a floor covering that could be sold in times of difficulty

the detail work in Khal Mohammadi carpets varies

extraordinary colours and fine fleece

histories and traditions

Located near Arak in west-central Iran

Kashan rugs are made in all sizes with high quality wool and beautiful motifs outlined in silk

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