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Item Ships From: Tri-State Area
Primitive Weave C Blue/Green #1182 rug Designed by Chiara Andreatti for cc-tapis
By cc-tapis, Chiara Andreatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Chiara Andreatti.
Weave: Cotton.
Knot: Himalayan wool.
Quality: B 89.000 knots/sqm.
Dimensions: 90 x 117.6 inches.
cc-tapis ® was created in 2011 by the traditio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim's Custom Geometric Floral Green & Beige-Gold Wool and Silk Rug
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool and luminous silk, this 8 x 10 addition to the European rug collection by Rug & Kilim depicts a masterful play of color and pattern affectionately dubbed “Berlin...
Category
2010s Nepalese Other Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Nazmiyal Collection Neutral Modern Hallway Flatweave Runner Kilim Rug 4'5" x 20'
By Nazmiyal Collection
Located in New York, NY
An Artistic More Tribal Design Neutral Earthy Color Long and Narrow Size Modern Hallway Flatweave Runner Kilim Rug, Country of Origin: Central Asia, Circa Date: Modern Rug
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$3,080 Sale Price
30% Off
Tibetan, 'Super Fine Collection' Rug
Located in Long Island, NY
Tibetan - 'Super Fine Collection' Rug 10' x 14'
Material: 85% Wool - 15% Silk
Introducing Via Como, the pinnacle of ultra high-end hand-knotted rugs. Renowned for their unrivaled...
Category
1980s Unknown Other Vintage Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$13,520 Sale Price
60% Off
Traditional Tribal Serapi Wool Hand Knotted Blue Area Rug 2' 8" x 9' 9"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Serapi rugs are known for their bold, geometric designs and rich colors, often featuring a central medallion surrounded by intricate patterns. They typically use a warm, earthy color...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Tribal Serapi Wool Hand Knotted Light Blue Area Rug 2' 9" x 7' 11"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Serapi rugs are known for their bold, geometric designs and rich colors, often featuring a central medallion surrounded by intricate patterns. They typically use a warm, earthy color...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Keyhole Ersari Large Rug
Located in New York, NY
early 20th Kurd rug in ivory, brown and peach tones with a keyhole design you sometimes find in smaller tribal caucasian rug
Details
rug no. j2579
size 10' x 14' 9" (305 x 450 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Afghan Tribal Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bohemian Tribal Hand Knotted Wool Red Area Rug 8' 3" x 9' 7"
Located in Norwalk, CT
The rich textile tradition of western Africa inspired the Tribal collection of hand-knotted rugs. Incorporating a medley of geometric motifs, in palettes ranging from earthy to vivac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Overdyed Hand Knotted Wool Gold Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vibrance rugs epitomize classic with a twist: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100%-natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Tribal Serapi Wool Hand Knotted Light Blue Area Rug 9' 0" x 11' 11"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Serapi rugs are known for their bold, geometric designs and rich colors, often featuring a central medallion surrounded by intricate patterns. They typically use a warm, earthy color...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
abc carpet Brown Zameen Transitional Wool Rug - 7'1" x 10'1"
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the grounding foundations of Earth's natural colors and pure materials, the Zameen Collection features a wide array of Mid-century modern motifs in soft neutral tones. Hand-knotted in Central Asia, Zameen rugs...
Category
2010s Afghan Mid-Century Modern Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Nazmiyal Collection Tribal Stripe Design Contemporary Rug. 9 ft 6 in x 13 ft 7
By Nazmiyal Collection
Located in New York, NY
Nazmiyal Collection Tribal Stripe Design Contemporary Rug. Country of Origin: Central Asia, Circa date: Modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$7,665 Sale Price
30% Off
Contemporary Overdyed Hand Knotted Wool Gold Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vibrance rugs epitomize classic with a twist: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100%-natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Nazmiyal Collection Large Modern Contemporary Kilim Rug 13'7" in x 17'7"
Located in New York, NY
Breathtaking Large Modern Contemporary Kilim Rug, Country of origin: Central Asia, Circa date: Modern
This large handwoven Kilim rug offers a harmonious blend of modern aesthetics a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Oversized Antique Khotan Carpet. Size: 14 ft x 20 ft
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Beautiful Large Oversized Antique Khotan Carpet, Country of Origin: East Turkestan, Circa Date: 1910. Size: 14 ft x 20 ft (4.27 m x 6.1 m).
Category
Early 20th Century East Turkestani Khotan Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Overdyed Hand Knotted Wool Gold Square Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vibrance rugs epitomize classic with a twist: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100% natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim's Spanish European Style Runner in Gold, Red & Blue Floral Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in luxurious silk, a 2x6 contemporary runner from our European collection. The drawing carries our Toledo design inspired by Spanish antique floral rugs in an alluring p...
Category
2010s Nepalese Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Contemporary Floral Bessarabian Style Handmade Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Floral Bessarabian style handmade wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau.
Size: 13'10" × 19'8" (421 × 599 cm).
Eastern-European rugs have that whimsical appeal that is hard to fi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Bessarabian Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Overdyed Hand Knotted Wool Pink Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vibrance rugs epitomize classic with a twist: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100% natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Tribal Serapi Wool Hand Knotted Light Blue Area Rug 6' 4" x 8' 9"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Serapi rugs are known for their bold, geometric designs and rich colors, often featuring a central medallion surrounded by intricate patterns. They typically use a warm, earthy color...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Tribal Oushak Wool Hand Knotted Gray Area Rug 9' 9" x 13' 8"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Oushak rugs are known for their soft, muted color palettes and large-scale, flowing designs. They often feature soft tones like beige, cream, gold, and light blue, with motifs that i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Fine Vibrance Hand Knotted Wool Green Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vibrance rugs epitomize classic with a twist: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100%-natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Ricci Tribal Flatweave Rug
By Nasiri
Located in New York, NY
NASIRI is ushering in a new era of flatweave rugs, ones marked by texture and dimension, providing a luxurious look never before seen in other flatweaves. We are continuously expand...
Category
2010s Afghan Kilim Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Neutral Luxurious Silk Tibetan Area Rug
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A beautiful silk Tibetan area rug in shades of camel, cream and brown with wonderful pattern.
Category
Early 2000s Tibetan Tibetan Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Silk
$2,200 Sale Price
21% Off
One-of-a-kind Hand Knotted Wool Mogul Orange Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
With understated palettes and allover designs, the rugs in the Mogul Collection will bring timeless sophistication to any room. Influenced by a spectrum of Turkish, Indian, and Persi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Tribal Serapi Wool Hand Knotted Light Blue Area Rug 2' 9" x 9' 10"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Serapi rugs are known for their bold, geometric designs and rich colors, often featuring a central medallion surrounded by intricate patterns. They typically use a warm, earthy color...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Gianni Versace, Arazzo Black Rug
By Gianni Versace
Located in Long Island, NY
Our traditional hand-knotted wool rug is handcrafted by skilled artisans using ancient techniques. It is made up of natural and eco-friendly wool. The Wool Rug boasts exceptional durability and makes the entry rug ideal for high-traffic areas. Additionally, its low-maintenance qualities make it a valuable investment for any homeowner.
This Ultra Soft wool Rug provides a plush and cozy feeling underfoot. The natural softness and plush texture of wool fibers make a rug an ideal choice. This Via Como bedroom wool rug also provides natural insulation, helping to keep your feet warm in the winter, and coziness creates a relaxing ambiance, ideal for unwinding after a long day.
Gianni Versace -Â Arazzo Black Rug...
Category
1980s Unknown Other Vintage Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$24,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Contemporary Overdyed Hand Knotted Wool Blue Area Rug 8' 2" x 10' 2"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vibrance rugs epitomize classic with a twist: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100%-natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Serapi Hand Knotted Wool Light Blue Area Rug 9' 4" x 11' 11"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Persian rug-making at its finest inspired the rich colors, elaborate geometric motifs, and botanical detailing of the Serapi collection. With as many as 100 knots per inch, these han...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Serapi Hand Knotted Wool Orange Area Rug 8' 2" x 9' 11"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Persian rug-making at its finest inspired the rich colors, elaborate geometric motifs, and botanical detailing of the Serapi collection. With as many as 100 knots per inch, these han...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mohair Rugs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
100% Mohair rugs are just as luxurious underfoot as silk but easier to maintain because they clean like wool. The mohair fiber drinks in color so the rugs ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Mohair
$12,500 / item
Handmade Modern Moroccan Style Tribal Wool Rug In Ivory And Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
This hand-knotted wool rug showcases a contemporary Moroccan design, skillfully combining serene and sophisticated brown lines against an enchanting Ivory/cream background. The integ...
Category
2010s Pakistani Organic Modern Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$3,220 Sale Price
30% Off
Traditional Serapi Hand Knotted Wool Light Blue Area Rug 6' 7" x 9' 9"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Persian rug-making at its finest inspired the rich colors, elaborate geometric motifs, and botanical detailing of the Serapi collection. With as many as 100 knots per inch, these han...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
One-Of-A-Kind Hand Made Contemporary Eclectic Orange Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
With an amalgam of sizes and aesthetic influences ranging from art deco to Rorschach and modernist, the rugs in the Eclectic collection defy definition, asking instead to become intr...
Category
Early 2000s Pakistani Other Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bohemian Tribal Hand Knotted Wool Red Area Rug 9' 2" x 12' 1"
Located in Norwalk, CT
The rich textile tradition of western Africa inspired the Tribal collection of hand-knotted rugs. Incorporating a medley of geometric motifs, in palettes ranging from earthy to vivac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Nazmiyal Collection Geometric Modern Contemporary Warm Tones Rug 12'2" x 13'8"
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Geometric Modern Contemporary Warm Tones Rug, Country of origin: Central Asia, Circa date: Modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tibetan Antique Rooster Pictorial Rug
Located in New York, NY
A fine quality antique Tibetan accent size rug depicting a large rooster on a navy blue ground.
Measures: 3'9" x 6'
Category
Early 20th Century Tibetan Chinese Export Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Tribal Serapi Wool Hand Knotted Blue Area Rug 5' 10" x 8' 11"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Serapi rugs are known for their bold, geometric designs and rich colors, often featuring a central medallion surrounded by intricate patterns. They typically use a warm, earthy color...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Room Size Modern Ziegler Wool Rug In Blue with Floral Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary Paki Ziegler rug features an exquisite floral design, characterized by subtle colors that effectively capture attention. Constructed from high-quality wool, the rug...
Category
2010s Pakistani Modern Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Nazmiyal Collection Earthy Tones Modern Decorative Rug. 9 ft 3 in x 12 ft
By Nazmiyal Collection
Located in New York, NY
Nazmiyal Collection Trending Brown Earthy Tones Modern Decorative Rug. Country of Origin: Central Asia, Circa date: Modern
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$6,615 Sale Price
30% Off
One-of-a-Kind Hand Knotted Abstract Eclectic Ivory Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
With an amalgam of sizes and aesthetic influences ranging from art deco to Rorschach and modernist, the rugs in the Eclectic collection defy definition, asking instead to become intr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Tibetan Rug with Two Dragons
Located in New York, NY
This rug was probably woven in the mid-20th century and woven with really excellent silky wool. Its in perfect condition. This carpet's powerful graphic design with its Stark bold fi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Tibetan Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$3,375 Sale Price
25% Off
Nazmiyal Collection Modern Gray Black Checkerboard Design Area Rug 13'2" x 16'
By Nazmiyal Collection
Located in New York, NY
Large Size Modern Cream Gray Black Checkerboard Design Contemporary Area Rug, Country of origin: Central Asia, Circa date: Modern Rugs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$13,265 Sale Price
30% Off
Zabihi Collection Tribal Antique Turkeman Rug
Located in New York, NY
A classic Antique Turkoman Rug from the early 20th century
Details
rug no. r4850
size 6' 4" x 10' 10" (193 x 330 cm)
Category
20th Century Turkmen Tribal Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tibetan, 'Super Fine Collection' Rug
Located in Long Island, NY
Tibetan - 'Super Fine Collection' Rug 10' x 14'
Material: 85% Wool - 15% Silk
Introducing Via Como, the pinnacle of ultra high-end hand-knotted rugs. Renowned for their unrivaled...
Category
1980s Unknown Other Vintage Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
$13,520 Sale Price
60% Off
Contemporary Overdyed Hand Knotted Wool Green Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vibrance rugs epitomize classic with a twist: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100% natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Tribal Serapi Wool Hand Knotted Red Area Rug 3' 3" x 5' 0"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Serapi rugs are known for their bold, geometric designs and rich colors, often featuring a central medallion surrounded by intricate patterns. They typically use a warm, earthy color...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Nazmiyal Collection Light Blue Handmade Modern Room Size Area Rug 9' x 12'7"
By Nazmiyal Collection
Located in New York, NY
Cream Light Blue Wool Pile Handmade Modern Room Size Area Rug, Country Of Origin: Central Asia, Circa Date: Modern Rug
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Overdyed Hand Knotted Wool Gold Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vibrance rugs epitomize classic with a twist: traditional patterns overdyed in brilliant color. Each hand-knotted rug is washed in a 100% natural botanical dye that reveals hidden nu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Rug with Beige-Brown & Blue Geometric Patterns “Nargis”
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand knotted wool and originating from one of the most reputed looms in Nepal, this 6x9 contemporary art deco style rug features geometric patterns inspired by cubist princ...
Category
2010s Nepalese Art Deco Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Traditional Oushak Hand Knotted Wool Light Gray Area Rug 9' 1" x 12' 0"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Originating centuries ago in what is now Turkey, Oushak rugs have long been sought after for their intricate patterns, lush yet subtle colors, and soft luster. These rugs continue th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
One-Of-A-Kind Hand Knotted Oriental Mogul Yellow Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
With understated palettes and allover designs, the rugs in the Mogul Collection will bring timeless sophistication to any room. Influenced by a spectrum of Turkish, Indian, and Persi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Art Deco Style Rug in Gold with Beige Floral Patterns “Bamboo”
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand-knotted in wool and silk in one of our most luxurious Nepalese pile qualities, this 9x12 rug is an exciting new addition Rug & Kilim’s Chinese Art Deco rug collection—an elegant...
Category
2010s Nepalese Oushak Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Nazmiyal Collection Neutral Turkish Oushak Tribal Modern Runner Rug 2'9" x 13'5"
By Nazmiyal Collection
Located in New York, NY
A Beautiful Soft and Decorative Neutral Cream Color Turkish Oushak Tribal Design Modern Hallway Runner Rug, Country of Origin: Central Asia, Circa Date: Modern Rug
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Oushak Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$2,240 Sale Price
30% Off
Traditional Tribal Oushak Wool Hand Knotted Gray Area Rug 9' 0" x 11' 7"
Located in Norwalk, CT
Oushak rugs are known for their soft, muted color palettes and large-scale, flowing designs. They often feature soft tones like beige, cream, gold, and light blue, with motifs that i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Nazmiyal Collection Modern Cream Brown Tribal Room Size Area Rug 11'10" x 13'7"
By Nazmiyal Collection
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully Artistic Modern Cream Brown Tribal Geometric Room Size Area Rug, Country Of Origin: Central Asia, Circa Date: Modern Rug
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Tribal Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$9,520 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Distressed Kurd Rug Runner
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Germinating plants, starburst design elopements, finned blossoms, and more atop a abrashed field. Wrapped by a meandering vine and blossom border. Colors and shades include: Cherr...
Category
1990s Asian Other Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rug & Kilim’s Armorial Tudor Style Rug in Black, with Beige, Blue and Gold Tones
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x11 contemporary rug by Rug & Kilim is inspired by antique Tudor rugs, flatweaves and tapestries—a new unveiling from the European rug collection.
On the D...
Category
2010s Chinese Tudor Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
One-of-a-kind Hand Knotted Wool Mogul Ivory Area Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
With understated palettes and allover designs, the rugs in the Mogul Collection will bring timeless sophistication to any room. Influenced by a spectrum of Turkish, Indian, and Persi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade East Turkestan Pomegranate Khotan Runner
Located in New York, NY
An antique East Turkestan Khotan rug in runner format with a pomegranate design handmade during the mid-20th century.
Measures: 2' 2" x 7' 6"
Central Asian Rugs & Carpets:
Central Asia is a vast area stretching from Northeastern Persia to western China, and from northern Afghanistan to the southern edge of Russia. The carpets can be usefully divided into three groups: the nomadic Turkmen rugs of Turkmenistan, northern Afghanistan, and northeastern Persia; the non-Turkmen tribal pieces from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kirghizstan; and the urban creations of Khotan, Yarkand, and Kashgar, oasis cities of Western China (Xinjiang Province).
Commercially, the most important group is from Khotan, the easternmost of the Chinese Turkestan cities. The craft of rug weaving is primarily in the hands of Muslim Uighurs. Khotan carpets mix purely Central Asian design themes with Chinese elements. Native Khotan devices include pomegranate trees, upright flowers, round medallions, and yellow or red grounds. Chinese motives include triangular fretwork corners, swastika fretwork, and Yun-Tsao Tou (clouds and rain) diagonally striped polychrome borders. Cotton foundations, asymmetrical (Persian) knots, and medium weaves are standard. Some vintage Khotan are in horizontal, pictorial layouts with multiple various vases and plants. Saphs (multiple prayer niche panel carpets) are also a Khotan specialty. Others employ stepped and layered lozenge medallions, singly or in pairs. Still others, almost all antique, feature a stylized version of the allover Persian Herati design. Many of the oldest pieces employ brown wool wefts. Antique and vintage Khotans are almost always in the k’ang (double square) layout, conforming to the local household plans. Only relatively recently has the 6’ by 12’ or 7’ by 16’ format been replaced by the 9’ by 12’ size. As a result, an antique room size Khotan carpet is very uncommon. Reds are cinnamon, tomato and rust, never wine reds, crimson, or scarlet. Yarkand, farther west on the old Silk Road specializes in multi-medallion long carpets while Kashgar, farthest west and most under Persian influence, has traditionally knotted allover pattern pieces with finer weaves, often with silk piles, and enriched with medal thread, on cotton foundations. Extant Kashgars go back to the 17th century, but the carpet craft in Chinese Turkestan must be much older as fragments have been recovered from local tombs of the early C.E. period. Kashgars are the rarest of all East Turkestan rugs. Most available vintage East Turkestan carpets are interwar Khotans, many with pleasingly soft decorative palettes.
The non-Turkmen nomads include the Kazakh, Kirghiz, Uzbek, and Karakalpak groups. Like the Turkmen, they were once all seasonally migratory, dwelling in round felt tents (yurts), but have been settled, at least partially, in the villages, and have taken up crafts and agriculture instead of sheep herding. As a result, carpet production has transitioned from domestic tent use to commercial sale, but the roots of long traditions are still evident. The Uzbeks weave...
Category
Early 20th Century East Turkestani Modern Tri-State Area - Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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