Sherwan Tribal – 6×8 Ivory Hand-Knotted Rug (Maymana)
A refined statement piece in creamy ivory with earthy browns, soft grays, and heritage blues, this hand-knotted Sherwan tribal rug captures the quiet luxury of true Afghan craftsmanship. Woven in Maymana with Ghazni hand-spun wool, its pared-back geometric field is punctuated by subtle animal and flower motifs—minimalist, yet unmistakably artisanal. Sized at 177 × 239 cm (approx. 5’10” × 7’10”), it lands perfectly in the coveted “6×8 ivory Sherwan tribal rug” category for elegant living rooms, dining corners, or primary bedrooms.
Key Features
- Design: Sherwan tribal—clean geometric layout with understated animal and floral accents
- Palette: Cream/ivory with brown, gray, and blue for layered, livable depth
- Size: 177 cm × 239 cm (approx. 5’10” × 7’10”)—a versatile near-6×8 footprint
- Build: Hand-knotted; one-of-a-kind
- Material: Ghazni hand-spun wool pile on a durable cotton foundation
Quality
Crafted at approximately 82 KPSI (knots per square inch), this weave achieves crisp linework without sacrificing longevity. Ghazni wool—prized for its long staple and natural lanolin—yields a soft, resilient pile that wears beautifully and resists everyday traffic. Vegetable-dye tonality offers nuanced abrash and strong lightfastness, while hand-finished edges and secure selvage reflect atelier-level finishing standards.
Origin & Tradition
Handmade in Maymana, Afghanistan, this piece continues a living lineage of tribal weaving where geometry, animal figures, and floral emblems carry stories of place and passage. Each knot is placed by artisans who have refined their techniques across generations, resulting in a rug that feels both contemporary and timeless—an heirloom that honors Afghan tradition while elevating modern interiors.
