Afghan Organic Sultan Collection Rug - 3.17 x 0.82 Balouchi

Afghan Organic Sultan Collection Rug - 3.17 x 0.82 BalouchiThe Magic of Sultan Carpets A Statement of Beauty and Heritage In the northern province of Jowzjan, Afghanistan, lies the serene and fertile city of Sultan a land of greenery, open skies, and some of the most hospitable people in the world. From this region comes a truly unique treasure: the Sultan carpet, a handwoven masterpiece that has captivated collectors and designers across the globe. Each Sultan carpet is more than just a rug it is a work of

At the beginning of the century

Chinese rugs are quite durable models

Although rug weaving in Qom was not a major industry until the past 100 years

Isfahan was the capital of Persia during the reign of Shah Abbas (1571 – 1629)

From this region comes a truly unique treasure: the Sultan carpet

There are different kinds of Afghan carpets

Zanjan rugs originate from Zanjan

In Azerbaijan North west of Iran there is the province of Heriz

that make a bold statement

Meshed (Mashehad) is the modern capital of Khorasan

The number of colors used in Yazd rugs is endless

Towards the end of the 18th century the workshops suffered a crisis