Carpet - 275 cm - 182 cm

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An authentic hand-knotted Afghan Bokhara area rug measuring 275 x 182 cm, woven with a high-grade silky wool pile on a wool/cotton warp, featuring Tekke Gul octagonal medallions on a burgundy field and finished with kilim end borders, with a knot density of about 150,000–220,000 knots per square metre and generally good condition with signs of age and wear.

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An authentic hand-knotted Afghan Bokhara (Bukhara) area rug measuring 275 x 182 cm. Woven with a high-grade, silky wool pile on a wool/cotton warp, featuring the iconic repeating Tekke 'Gul' octagonal medallions set against a rich burgundy red field. Accented with navy blue, cream/ivory, and dark pink/rose tones. Knotted with a medium-to-fine density of approx. 150,000 – 220,000 knots/m² (ca. 38–46 knots per 10 cm, visible via detail measurement). Showcases flat-woven kilim kelim end borders, soft natural sheen, and timeless geometric elegance suitable for traditional or modern interiors.

An authentic hand-knotted Afghan Bokhara (Bukhara) area rug measuring 275 x 182 cm. Woven with a high-grade, silky wool pile on a wool/cotton warp, featuring the iconic repeating Tekke 'Gul' octagonal medallions set against a rich burgundy red field. Accented with navy blue, cream/ivory, and dark pink/rose tones. Knotted with a medium-to-fine density of approx. 150,000 – 220,000 knots/m² (ca. 38–46 knots per 10 cm, visible via detail measurement). Showcases flat-woven kilim kelim end borders, soft natural sheen, and timeless geometric elegance suitable for traditional or modern interiors.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Specific region of origin
Bokhara
Number of objects
1
Length
275 cm
Width
182 cm
Material
Wool and silk on cotton
Country of origin
Afghanistan
Condition
Overall in good condition with traces of ageing and usage
Professionally cleaned
No
Manufacturing period
Late 20th century
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