Afghan Kazakh Runner persian-heriz and subtle variations in tone

and subtle variations in tone and texture across the pile that make each piece unique even within the same pattern

The Caucasus has one of the oldest and most distinctive rug weaving traditions in the world

The tribal patterns are bold and geometric

Stock Number: BR1074

Afghan Kazakh Runner persian-heriz and subtle variations in toneThis rug is hand knotted in northern Afghanistan in the Kazakh weaving tradition, which originated in the Caucasus mountains and has been carried by Kazakh weavers into Afghan rug making over generations. The designs are bold and geometric, large medallions, hooked polygons, stylised animals and tribal symbols arranged with strong borders and a confident symmetry that is immediately recognisable. The wool is machine spun local Afghan wool on a cotton