8×14 Navy Persian Rug – Hand-Knotted Kharchang Rug from Afghanistan
This 8×14 navy Persian rug brings a refined sense of depth, movement, and old-world elegance to a room. Hand-knotted in Maymana, Afghanistan, it features a rich navy field framed by muted blue borders, creating a sophisticated palette that feels both timeless and easy to place in a luxury interior.
The design is inspired by the classic Kharchang “crab” motif, known for its large floral palmettes with distinctive claw-like extensions. Ivory and gold motifs add graceful contrast, while winding stems and smaller blossoms create a beautifully balanced all-over pattern without a central medallion.
Key Features
- Size: 251cm × 421cm, approximately 8ft 3in × 13ft 10in
- Color: Navy field with muted blue borders
- Design: Kharchang “crab” motif with Persian floral influence
- Pattern: Large palmettes, claw-like floral extensions, winding stems, and alternating blossoms
- Construction: Hand-knotted with double-knot craftsmanship
- Origin: Ghazni, Afghanistan
Quality
Woven with a Ghazni handspun wool pile on a cotton foundation, this rug offers the strength, texture, and natural character expected from fine Afghan weaving. Ghazni wool is valued for its durability, soft handle, and rich surface variation, giving the rug a warm, organic presence that machine-made pieces cannot match.
With approximately 92 knots per square inch and a double-knot structure, the rug is made for long-term use while still carrying clear floral detail throughout the field and border. Its hand-knotted construction gives it heirloom quality, making it suitable for formal living rooms, dining rooms, large bedrooms, or curated designer spaces.
Origin & Tradition
This rug was hand-knotted in Ghazni, Afghanistan, a region known for its skilled weaving traditions and expressive floral and tribal-inspired designs. The Kharchang motif carries a Persian artistic influence, but in Afghan hands it gains a distinct character—bolder, warmer, and deeply connected to the heritage of handmade textile art.
Every knot reflects the patience of the artisan and the individuality of handmade work. This is not simply a floor covering; it is a collectible Afghan rug with a Persian-inspired design language, made to bring beauty, history, and quiet luxury into the home.
