Carpet - 80 cm - 60 cm - The American flag

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Afghan hand-knotted war rug in wool on wool, 80 × 60 cm, origin Afghanistan, with the American flag motif, in very good condition.

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Hand-knotted Afghan war rug featuring the American flag motif, woven during the period of the American intervention in Afghanistan. This rare and symbolic piece combines traditional Afghan craftsmanship with modern historical imagery, making it both a collectible textile and a powerful cultural document.

The rug displays a beautifully stylized Stars and Stripes design with deep red, ivory, and dark navy tones, framed by a classic tribal border. Handmade in wool using traditional techniques, it carries the authentic character and irregularities typical of genuine Afghan war rugs.

Size: 80 × 60 cm
Origin: Afghanistan
Period: American intervention era
Material: Hand-spun wool on cotton foundation
Condition: Good vintage condition with light signs of age and use

A unique collector’s item blending history, folk art, and Afghan weaving tradition.

Hand-knotted Afghan war rug featuring the American flag motif, woven during the period of the American intervention in Afghanistan. This rare and symbolic piece combines traditional Afghan craftsmanship with modern historical imagery, making it both a collectible textile and a powerful cultural document.

The rug displays a beautifully stylized Stars and Stripes design with deep red, ivory, and dark navy tones, framed by a classic tribal border. Handmade in wool using traditional techniques, it carries the authentic character and irregularities typical of genuine Afghan war rugs.

Size: 80 × 60 cm
Origin: Afghanistan
Period: American intervention era
Material: Hand-spun wool on cotton foundation
Condition: Good vintage condition with light signs of age and use

A unique collector’s item blending history, folk art, and Afghan weaving tradition.

Details

Era
After 2000
Title additional information
The American flag
Number of objects
1
Length
80 cm
Width
60 cm
Material
Wool on wool
Country of origin
Afghanistan
Condition
In very good condition
Professionally cleaned
No
Manufacturing period
21st century
Weight
2 kg
FranceVerified
4
Objects sold
Private

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