Antique Afghan rugs can be identified by their distinct technical characteristics and wonderfully artistic details. Originally woven by Afghan nomads for practical purposes, these rugs were often constructed with wool for warmth but are sometimes found in cotton or silk fibers.

Here is an antique Central Asian embroidery, Uzbek Suzani - prayer rug from Samarkand, Bukhara city. Hand silk embroidered on red cotton fabric. High quality of embroidery, natural dyes. Circa 1920.  

• Rug Number: 651
• Size: 5'0" X 8'0"
• Design Reference: Samarkand Suzani
• Collection: Antique
• Style: Uzbek 
• Color: Orange
• Content: Wool
• Weave Construction: 100 % Handmade
• Origin: Uzbekistan
• Custom Capabilities: New & Re-Creation