Afghan Organic Sultan Collection Rug - 2.03 x 0.83 tabriz

Afghan Organic Sultan Collection Rug - 2.03 x 0.83 tabrizThe Magic of Sultan Carpets A Statement of Beauty and Heritage In the northern province of Jowzjan, Afghanistan, lies the serene and fertile city of Sultan a land of greenery, open skies, and some of the most hospitable people in the world. From this region comes a truly unique treasure: the Sultan carpet, a handwoven masterpiece that has captivated collectors and designers across the globe. Each Sultan carpet is more than just a rug it is a work of

but the traditional and most typical is that of the octagonal elephant's foot (Bukhara) print

It is made from silk and comes from Qum in Iran

This is a beautiful central round pattern rug from the city of Tabriz

Kashan's have come to be classified among the finest Persian carpets

It is shaped some what like the human eye and is very restful on the human spirit

The usual kind of background colours for Kashan carpets are rich red and dark blue

This motif is often found in a cluster (all-over pattern)

There are many beautiful flowers and beautiful motifs

The camel pattern used here is often used as a motif to augur wealth and happiness

Peter Faeghi has shared this lineage with thousands of Australians

Local artisans use Persian knots which offer greater precision

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