Mamluk — Hand-Knotted Afghan Rug (4′10″ × 6′8″)
A refined statement in deep blue, this hand-knotted Mamluk rug brings museum-grade geometry to modern interiors. Woven in Maymana from Welayati hand-spun wool on a sturdy cotton foundation, its large central medallion and balanced lattice deliver poise and precision. If you’ve been searching for a 5×7 blue Afghan Mamluk rug, this piece answers with authenticity, presence, and lasting value.
Key Features
- Dimensions: 147 × 204 cm (approx. 4′10″ × 6′8″)
- Design: Classical Mamluk geometry anchored by a prominent central medallion
- Palette: Saturated blue field with nuanced tonal shifts (abrash) for depth
- Material: Welayati hand-spun wool pile; cotton warp & weft
- Weave: 100% hand-knotted craftsmanship
- One-of-a-Kind: Individually knotted—no two are alike
Quality
At approximately 100 KPSI (knots per square inch), the weave strikes a fine balance between crisp motif definition and real-world durability. Welayati hand-spun wool—naturally rich in lanolin—yields a soft, resilient pile that wears beautifully and resists crushing. The cotton foundation stabilizes the structure for decades of service. Edges and fringes are hand-finished, and the controlled, low pile height gives the surface a tailored, luxurious hand.
Origin & Tradition
Hand-knotted in Maymana, Afghanistan, this rug channels the celebrated Mamluk court aesthetics—symmetry, starbursts, and measured geometry—through today’s Afghan atelier mastery. The result is a faithful yet contemporary interpretation of a venerable design language: disciplined patterning, centered medallion focus, and rhythmic border work. By choosing a Maymana weave, you support living craftsmanship and a heritage that prizes precision, patience, and integrity in every knot.
