Afghan Balkh Rug – Mamluk handknotted wool 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

Size: 148 x 95 cm | 4'10" x 3'2"

Construction: Handknotted

The rugs are woven for themselves to help ease the harsh winters

Stock Number: BR1628

Afghan Balkh Rug – Mamluk handknotted wool and subtle variations in toneBalkh rugs carry the same origins as the Afghan Chobi tradition born in Northern Afghanistan, hand knotted by artisans whose craft has been passed down through generations. What sets this rug apart is the knot count. With approximately 2,500 knots per five centimetres, this is the highest quality available in Afghan Chobi weaving. That density shows in the surface. The design is more precise, the finish smoother, and the pile finer than a standard