This handwoven rug originates from Afghanistan and features an exquisite Ottoman design, blending traditional and modern elements to create a transitional style. The background of the rug is a rich and warm rust color, providing a bold and inviting base for the intricate ivory border.

Crafted from high-quality materials, this rug is made with wool on cotton, ensuring durability and comfort underfoot. The wool used in the production of this rug is sourced from sheep in the Ghazni Province of Southeast Afghanistan. With its mountainous terrain, this region naturally produces longer staple and higher-quality wool, perfect for carpet weaving.

The rug is constructed using the asymmetrical "Persian" knot type on traditional floor looms, showcasing the craftsmanship of ethnic Turkmen weavers, most notably from the Esari Subtribe. These skilled artisans hand-spin the wool into carpet yarn after it is brought from the Ghazni Province to the western side of Afghanistan.

Measuring 9'10" x 13'9", this rug provides a generous size that can anchor and enhance any room. Its double-wefted, heavily packed depressed warp weaving ensures long-lasting durability, making this rug a wise investment for years to come.

The vibrant red hue of this rug is achieved through the use of natural madder root dyes. Madder roots, derived from the Rubia tinctorum plant, have been cultivated for centuries and offer a range of warm and cool red, orange, pink, and brown shades. These natural dyes create a unique and timeless color palette that adds character to any space.

With a knots per square inch (KPSI) of 104, meticulously hand-tied knots are the foundation of this rug's intricate design. In total, there are an impressive 2,009,803 individually hand-tied knots throughout the rug.

Whether you're in search of a statement piece to enhance your living room or a focal point for your dining area, this Afghan rug is a stunning choice. Its Afghan origin, Ottoman design, transitional style, and vibrant color merge to create a rug that is both timeless and visually captivating. Bring warmth, beauty, and quality craftsmanship into your space with this remarkable rug.

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