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Rug Types & Designs

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Hand-knotted

There are three major kinds of Pakistani knotted rugs: Bokhara, Persian and Tribal (Baluchi, Beljik, Chobi, Gabbeh, Heriz, Kazak, Khan-Mamdi, Shairwan, Qashqai). Although these rugs have their differences, their durability and merit as fine, handcrafted rugs are the same.

Hand-woven

In addition to knotted rugs, we also carry a selection of woven rugs called Kilims. There are several different Kilim styles, patterns and techniques.

Bunyaad Persian rug

PERSIAN >>

Intricate scrolling, floral patterns, knot-density and symbolism.

Bokhara

Bokhara >>

Traditional geometric patterns on a solid background colors

Baluchi

baluchi >>

Their hallmark is whimsy, with bright unexpected colors and playful patterns.

Beljik

beljik >>

The hallmark are the varying shades of deep reds, blues and blacks.

chobi >>

Chobis are the most labor-intensive of all of our tribal carpets.

Gabbeh

gabbeh >>

Gabbeh patterns tend to have a more contemporary look.

Heriz

heriz >>

Known for their indigo blues, deep reds and ivories & introductions of green, gold, rusts.

Kazak

kazak >>

Kazaks are known for their casual and warm appearance.

Shairwan

shairwan >>

Featuring accents of turquoise, peach, terra cotta, orange, yellow and wheat.

Khan Mamdi

Khan Mamdi >>

Bold geometric and stylistically floral designs.

Qashqai

qashqai >>

Qashqai tribals love to flirt with
color and design.

Kilim

kilim >>

Kilims are flat weave carpets and do not have a pile like the rest of our collection.

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