Vintage Afghan Kamyab Runner reversible-rug Stock Number: B27

Stock Number: B27

flat and raised

Hand-knotted from hand-spun wool on a cotton foundation

The term Turkmen Tekke Engsi rug refers to a specific type of rug produced by the Tekke Turkmen people

it brings with it centuries of cultural storytelling

Vintage Afghan Kamyab Runner reversible-rug Stock Number: B27This rug is hand knotted in northern Afghanistan in the Kazakh weaving tradition, which originated in the Caucasus mountains and has been carried by Kazakh weavers into Afghan rug making over generations. The designs are bold and geometric, large medallions, hooked polygons, stylised animals and tribal symbols arranged with strong borders and a confident symmetry that is immediately recognisable. The wool is machine spun local Afghan wool on a cotton