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Afghanistan · Northern & Central Afghanistan (Ghazni
Afghan Kazak
147 × 103 cm · 90 KPSI · Wool
£425£475Reduced from £475
Afghanistan · Geometric
Afghan Ziegler Gabbeh
£695£895In stock, ready to ship
A truly delightful Afghan Ziegler Gabbeh — hand-knotted with care by skilled artisans in Afghanistan, and a wonderful example of this beloved, enduring style. Crafted entirely from the finest hand-spun wool, this rug possesses a rich, dense pile that is incredibly soft and inviting underfoot — thick, warm, and luxuriously comfortable, promising years of comfort and beauty. Gabbeh rugs are cherished for their quiet confidence and understated grace — and this piece embodies that perfectly. A luminous, warm cream field forms a calm, uncluttered canvas, gently sprinkled with delicate stylised leaf and tree motifs in soothing shades of teal and sage green. Each motif is placed with thoughtful balance, creating a sense of peaceful harmony that never overwhelms — simply brings gentle life and movement to the design. Encircling the field is a wide, dignified border in soft taupe-brown, its tone warm and earthy, framing the design with quiet distinction and timeless elegance. There is a wonderful naturalness to this rug — the soft variations in the hand-dyed wool lend it depth and warmth that machine-made pieces can never match. It feels organic, alive, and full of gentle character — a piece that breathes warmth into a room rather than shouting for attention. Whether placed in a bedroom, study, hallway, or cosy living area, it settles beautifully into both traditional and contemporary interiors — softening modern lines, complementing classic furniture, and bringing an immediate sense of calm and comfort. At 184 cm × 126 cm, this is a perfectly versatile size — substantial enough to make a real statement, yet beautifully proportioned to suit smaller spaces too. Durable, resilient, and built to be walked on and loved, it carries forward centuries of Afghan weaving tradition in a form that feels fresh, serene, and effortlessly stylish today. More than just a floor covering — it is a handwoven treasure, a touch of Afghan craft and culture, and a warm, welcoming companion for your home for many years to come.
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We will bring this rug to your home to see against your own floor and light. There is no obligation to buy.
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Specification
- Origin
- Afghanistan
- Region
- Northern & Western Afghanistan
- Knot density
- approx. 90 KPSI
- Dimensions
- 184 × 124 cm
- Material
- Wool
- Pattern
- Geometric
- Time on the loom
- approx. 6 months
Where it was woven
Northern & Western Afghanistan
Afghanistan · hand-knotted on a vertical loom
Look closer
Count the knots yourself
This piece is woven at approx. 90 knots per square inch, which works out at approx. 318,284 knots in total — every one tied by hand, over approx. 6 months.
How that is worked out: 72 in × 49 in × 90 knots per sq. in. ≈ 318,284 — that is 184 × 124 cm converted to inches, because knot density is counted per square inch.
Magnify past 13× and the field stops being a picture and becomes what it actually is: rows of individual knots, each one a decision about colour made at a particular moment.
The same test works in the shop, on any rug, with no equipment. We wrote up how to do it in the back of the rug tells you everything.
1.0×124 cm across
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