Afghan Sultan Collection Vegetable Dye Rug - 1.52 x 1.06 BalouchiThe Magic of Sultan Carpets A Statement of Beauty and Heritage In the northern province of Jowzjan, Afghanistan, lies the serene and fertile city of Sultan a land of greenery, open skies, and some of the most hospitable people in the world. From this region comes a truly unique treasure: the Sultan carpet, a handwoven masterpiece that has captivated collectors and designers across the globe. Each Sultan carpet is more than just a rug it is a work of
It has four central medallions with flowers and vines everywhere
Arak rug Arak rugs are hand-woven Persian pieces made in Arak (formerly known as Sultanabad)
The repetition of the various colours and the beautiful red flowers add the sense of seasons of spring in particular and the concept of eternity of which we ever get a small glimpse of that
These carpets are a celebration of Afghanistan’s rich weaving heritage and the spirit of the Sultan region – its lush landscapes
The carpet is made from silk and comes form the city of qum
These carpets not only bring a bit of nature into your home
The number of colors used in Yazd rugs is endless
The harmony and balance of this carpet is spell binding
bordered by floral sprays
the craft also became stagnant
The knotting is very fine
This carpet gives the viewer so much beauty presented in various ways
