Around the city of Kirman in the south of Iran, reside the semi-nomads of Afshar tribe. Afshars have a long history of rug weaving using strong Turkish and Kurdish weaving influences and techniques and the rugs are unique, never having made the exact rug again. There is no graph papers or blueprint used for the designs and designs are generally created by individuals or passed on from mother to daughter but each time, they make the rug more personal and add or change the design like a work of art. When making kilims (flat weave) they use two...
Read More Around the city of Kirman in the south of Iran, reside the semi-nomads of Afshar tribe. Afshars have a long history of rug weaving using strong Turkish and Kurdish weaving influences and techniques and the rugs are unique, never having made the exact rug again. There is no graph papers or blueprint used for the designs and designs are generally created by individuals or passed on from mother to daughter but each time, they make the rug more personal and add or change the design like a work of art. When making kilims (flat weave) they use two types of weaves, one being the normal flat weave kilim on wool foundation and another that is just as durable as a pile carpet which is called Soumak (Soumac) Kilim. A totally different technique where they use cotton in wrap and weft structure which makes the foundation much stronger with good quality soft but durable wool that is dyed locally using mainly vegetable dyes. They also make rugs where both pile and Soumak (sumac) kilim are merged and the rug has an embossed feel and look which is highly decorative.
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Upon purchase, Rugs of London provides a full 1 year warranty on any rug from the date of delivery to your premises. Upon referral of the warranty for damaged rugs, Rugs of London reserves the rights to inspect and evaluate the rugs to measure the extent of the damage. Damages caused by misuse and bad handling will not be covered by warranty and customer will therefore be responsible for the relevant repair costs. The customer will pay the shipping costs in case of warranty reparations.
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Shipping within the UK is free of charge
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