7×10 Dark Green Mamluk Rug – Hand-Knotted Kurk Wool
This 7×10 dark green Mamluk rug brings the intricate geometry of a historic Mamluk design into a rich, sophisticated palette. Measuring approximately 6ft 10in × 9ft 11in (208cm × 302cm), the rug is centered around a large geometric medallion, surrounded by layers of finely arranged motifs. A deep forest green field gives the composition remarkable depth, while cream and light golden-tan borders introduce a warm contrast that defines the design without overpowering it.
Key Features
- Design: Mamluk geometric design with a prominent central medallion
- Pattern: Layered geometric motifs arranged around the central medallion with detailed ornamental borders
- Color: Deep forest green with cream and light golden-tan accents
- Size: 208cm × 302cm (approximately 6ft 10in × 9ft 11in)
- Construction: Individually hand-knotted by Afghan artisans
Quality
Hand-knotted with a premium Kurk wool pile on a cotton foundation, this rug is distinguished by the softness, fine texture, and refined appearance associated with high-quality Kurk wool. Its density of approximately 100 knots per square inch allows the weavers to create the smaller geometric details and carefully structured lines that give the Mamluk pattern its distinctive character. The sturdy cotton foundation provides dimensional stability, while the naturally resilient wool pile makes the rug well suited to both elegant living spaces and regularly used interiors.
Origin & Tradition
This rug was hand-knotted in Sheberghan, Afghanistan, an important weaving center in northern Afghanistan with deep ties to the country’s Turkmen and broader carpet-making traditions. Its design draws inspiration from historic Mamluk carpets, celebrated for their complex medallions, mathematical symmetry, and densely organized geometric ornamentation. Reinterpreted through Afghan craftsmanship and a luxurious forest-green palette, this piece brings together centuries-old design language and the individuality of contemporary hand weaving.
