Kilim Afghan Rug 172 × 246 cm in Wool, hand-woven

At a glance

Origin Afghanistan, format 172 × 246 cm — a Kilim made entirely by hand. The covered area is about 4.23 m² (5.6' × 8.1').

Construction

The weave is 100% new wool, on a warp of 100% cotton. Construction method: hand-woven.

Where it fits

A size where sofa and armchairs can rest their front legs on the rug.

How it is made

Woven pieces of this kind are thin, reversible, and much lighter than knotted rugs.

How it reads

It is catalogued under red and orange. With traditionally dyed wool, small variations of tone within one field are normal.