9×12 Red & Navy Pazyryk Hand-knotted Afghan Area Rug
A red geometric field meets borders filled with animals and horse riders in this distinctive Pazyryk-design rug. Dark navy and blue frame the composition, giving its lively imagery depth and definition. Both decorative and evocative, it makes a compelling centerpiece for a living room or study, especially beside leather seating, warm wood, and collected antiques.
Key Features
- Size: Approximately 9 ft 1 in × 11 ft 6 in (277 × 351 cm).
- Palette: Red field with dark navy and blue borders.
- Field pattern: Geometric motifs that create an ordered visual rhythm.
- Border details: Animal and horse rider motifs that give the Pazyryk design its narrative character.
Quality & Craftsmanship
Hand-knotted at 82 knots per square inch, this rug features Ghazni handspun wool pile on a cotton foundation. Subtle variations in the yarn enrich the surface, adding tactile interest to the geometric and figurative details. The cotton foundation contributes flexibility, while the pile’s natural resilience offers comfort underfoot and durability for regular use with proper care.
Origin & Tradition
Made in Maymana, Afghanistan, this piece interprets Pazyryk imagery through Afghan hand-knotting craftsmanship. The contrast between the structured field and figurative borders gives the design a ceremonial quality, turning the rug into a scene to explore. Individually tied knots bring that composition to life, joining expressive ornament with the lasting appeal of skilled handwork.
