Khorjin Rugs in Sydney

Khorjin RugsKhorjin rugs take their name from the khorjin, the woven saddlebag of the region. Our Khorjin rugs are hand knotted in Afghanistan and are full of colourful geometric detail, from rich traditional palettes to bright rainbow tones.From saddlebag to rugA khorjin is a pair of woven bags joined together and carried over a horse or donkey, traditionally decorated with geometric patterns. Today’s Khorjin rugs take up that look across the whole field, often in many colours.What to look forHand knotting. The design shows clearly on the back of the rug, with slight irregularities that come from tying each knot by hand.Wool. Thick, hard-wearing wool, often hand spun, gives a lively surface.Colour. Traditional pieces use reds, blues and ivory; newer designs use brighter, multicoloured palettes.Where Khorjin rugs workTheir busy, colourful patterns hide everyday wear and bring energy to a room, so Khorjin rugs suit hallways, children’s rooms, family rooms and runners for stairs and corridors.See them at our North Willoughby showroom or book a home trial. Browse all Afghan rugs.