Peacock Medallion — 5×7 Blue (149 × 204 cm)
A luminous 5×7 blue Peacock rug from Balkh, Afghanistan, hand-knotted in Welayati Kurk wool with a cotton foundation. The piece centers on a poised medallion formed from feather-like shapes—an elegant nod to the peacock’s fan—framed by calm, balanced geometry. Sized at 149 cm × 204 cm (4 ft 10.66 in × 6 ft 8 in), it slips beautifully beneath a coffee table or anchors a reading nook without overwhelming the room.
Key Features
- Design, refined: Central peacock-feather medallion with crisp, symmetrical framing.
- Supple hand: Extra-fine Welayati Kurk wool pile for a soft, elegant sheen.
- True blue: A confident blue field that reads modern yet timeless.
- Right-sized: 149 × 204 cm (approx. 4’10.66″ × 6’8.31″)—an easy, versatile 5×7 footprint.
Quality
This rug is hand-knotted at an exacting 100 KPSI, creating crisp linework and long-wearing durability. The Welayati Kurk wool pile—esteemed for its fine fiber and graceful luster—sits on a strong cotton foundation, giving the piece both softness underfoot and structural integrity for everyday living.
Origin & Craftsmanship
Woven in Balkh, Afghanistan, the design draws on regional interpretations of the Peacock motif—an emblem of beauty and renewal—translated into a serene, feathered medallion. Each knot records the artisan’s steady hand and measured pace, preserving a lineage of technique while offering a fresh, contemporary blue that pairs effortlessly with both classic and modern interiors.
