Hand-Woven Wool Kilim Afghan Rug, 231 × 167 cm

The piece in short

Origin Afghanistan, format 231 × 167 cm — a Kilim made entirely by hand. The covered area is about 3.86 m² (7.6' × 5.5').

Construction

Stated material: new wool. Construction method: hand-woven. Pile height is given as approx. 4 mm. Weight is given as ap. 6 kg.

Where it fits

The rug is rectangular. At this size it anchors a living room as the central surface.

How it is made

As a flatweave this piece has no pile: front and back carry the same pattern, and it lies very flat.

On the colourway

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

Period

Stated condition: new.