HOT ! 63 x 42 cm | Afghan Kazak Door Mat

This is a brand new authentic Kazak rug, handmade in Afghanistan. This is a small rug that can be used as a door mat or entryway rug to be placed in door entrances.

Originally, Kazak rugs were produced in the Caucasus region of Azerbaijan, Armenia and Georgia. However, these designs have been revived and reinterpreted in Afghanistan. They are woven in the northern cities of  Mazari-Sharif, Sheberghan, and Andkhoy. 

These rugs are known for their intricate geometric design consisting of medallions, \'sunburst\' or snowflake-like emblems, and hooked polygons. They use various colours including reds, blues, browns, greens and beige. These high contrast colours differ from less saturated Afghan rugs.

They are woven using the asymmetrical Turkish (Ghiordes) knot and often have a medium-low pile to bring out the detailed fine design. This is especially true for \'Super Kazak\' rugs which are much more detailed than ordinary Kazak rugs. They also use finer wool, which gives the rugs a lustre.