8×12 Dark Green Afghan Rug – Transitional Bakhtiari Brick
This 8×12 dark green Afghan rug brings the structured beauty of the Bakhtiari brick design into a rich, versatile palette. Its deep green field is arranged with an intricate grid of colorful compartments, giving the rug a strong architectural presence while preserving the character of traditional tribal weaving. Hand-knotted in Afghanistan, it is a distinctive piece suited to interiors that call for warmth, pattern, and authentic craftsmanship.
Key Features
- Size: 250 × 350 cm (approximately 8 ft 2 in × 11 ft 6 in)
- Design: Transitional Bakhtiari brick
- Pattern: 70 individual square compartments arranged in 10 rows and 7 columns, each featuring its own tribal-inspired symbol or decorative motif
- Color: Dark green field with a varied multicolor pattern
- Construction: Hand-knotted
- Origin: Sheberghan, Afghanistan
Quality
The rug is hand-knotted with a Ghazni handspun wool pile over a durable cotton foundation. Ghazni wool is valued in Afghan rug weaving for its resilience, natural texture, and ability to develop a rich surface character over time. With approximately 82 knots per square inch, the weave provides enough definition to distinguish the many small motifs within the compartment design while retaining the substantial feel expected from a traditional wool rug. The cotton foundation adds stability and helps the rug maintain its shape through years of regular use.
Origin & Tradition
Hand-knotted in Sheberghan, Afghanistan, this rug reflects the skill of Afghan weavers while drawing inspiration from the historic Bakhtiari compartment, or “brick,” design. Traditionally associated with rugs from western Iran, this style divides the field into individual panels filled with flowers, geometric forms, trees, and tribal motifs. In this Afghan interpretation, the orderly grid is combined with a darker green ground and a lively mixture of colors, creating a transitional piece that feels rooted in tradition while fitting naturally into contemporary interiors.
