Azhdar — 7×10 Navy Blue Ersari Rug
Deep as midnight over the Hindu Kush and alive with centuries-old geometry, “Azhdar” is a hand-knotted statement piece that anchors a room with quiet confidence. Measuring 204 cm × 301 cm (approx. 6′ 8″ × 9′ 10″), this 7×10 navy blue Ersari rug balances refined luxury with the honest soul of Afghan loom work.
Video of the rug
Key Features
- Design: Classic Ersari field of repeating geometric guls, perfectly aligned for a rhythmic, almost architectural symmetry.
- Palette: Saturated navy blue ground punctuated by subtle brick and ivory accents—rich yet surprisingly adaptable.
- Size: 204 cm × 301 cm | 6′ 8″ × 9′ 10″ (true room-spanning proportions).
- Knot Density: 92 knots per square inch—tight, even, and built for decades of daily grace.
- Material: Resilient Ghazni hand-spun wool pile, laid on a sturdy cotton foundation for longevity and shape retention.
Quality
Each strand of Ghazni wool is hand-spun to preserve its natural lanolin, then dyed in small batches to achieve that unmistakable depth of navy. At 92 KPSI, the weave is dense enough to capture crisp motifs yet supple underfoot—an heirloom you can enjoy without hesitation.
Origin & Craftsmanship
Woven in the ancient province of Balkh, northern Afghanistan, “Azhdar” carries forward the Ersari tribe’s geometric vocabulary, believed to symbolize guardianship and prosperity. The piece is entirely hand-knotted on traditional wooden looms; no mechanization, no shortcuts—just practiced hands counting knots as their ancestors did. The result is a rug that feels both timeless and unmistakably alive.
Add “Azhdar” to your collection and let authentic Afghan artistry set the tone for your space.
