Persian Sultan Abadi – Hand-Knotted Maymana Rug (172 × 242 cm / ~5’8″ × 7’11”)
Commanding and elegant, this authentic Persian Sultan Abadi design from Maymana, Afghanistan anchors a room with its deep, dark brown field and refined geometry. Hand-knotted with heirloom intent, it’s the quiet statement piece that signals connoisseurship—timeless, luxurious, and genuinely one-of-a-kind. If you’re seeking a 6×8 dark brown Persian rug that reads sophisticated rather than showy, this is the collector’s choice.
Key Features
- Dimensions: 172 × 242 cm (approximately 5’8″ × 7’11”)
- Design: Classic Persian Sultan Abadi patterning with elegant, balanced geometry
- Color: Saturated dark brown—versatile, grounding, and easy to style
- Material: Hand-spun Ghazni wool pile on a durable cotton foundation
- Craft: Hand-knotted by skilled Afghan artisans; one piece only
Quality
Woven at approximately 82 KPSI (knots per square inch), this rug achieves a crisp visual definition while remaining exceptionally sturdy for everyday living. The hand-spun Ghazni wool—prized for its natural lanolin and long staple—yields a plush yet resilient pile with a graceful, low sheen. The cotton foundation stabilizes the structure for decades of service, while hand-finished edges and secure fringes reflect meticulous finishing standards expected in true luxury textiles.
Origin & Tradition
Crafted in Maymana, Afghanistan, this piece continues a renowned weaving tradition where artisans translate heritage motifs into enduring works of art. Every knot preserves a lineage of skill passed down through generations, resulting in a rug that doesn’t just decorate a space—it enriches it with story, authenticity, and lasting value.
