Afghan Tribal Saddle Rug
This Afghan tribal saddle rug was hand double knotted in Afghanistan from wool. Its rust and red field carries bands of diamond motifs and striped borders in gold, blue, green and cream.
The design up close
Rows of diamond motifs run across the top and bottom of the rug, each diamond outlined in dark brown and filled with red, cream, gold and blue. Between them the field is divided into narrow horizontal stripes, some plain and others carrying small dotted motifs in red, blue and cream.
The central area carries a broad band of geometric motifs in gold, red and blue on a rust ground, framed by thin stripes in green and teal. The colours are warm overall, so the rug feels rich without looking dark.
This Afghan tribal saddle rug fits rooms with plain furniture, because the pattern is strong enough to lead the look of the room.
Afghan rugs and their weaving
Afghanistan has a long weaving tradition, and our Afghan collection ranges from bold tribal designs to calm, contemporary pieces. Afghan rugs are hand knotted on a loom, one knot at a time, and they more often carry bold geometric and tribal designs with a heavier, more relaxed feel.
The diamonds and stripes of this rug sit within that tradition.
How this Afghan tribal saddle rug is made
Handmade tribal rugs like this one are built up row by row, so the diamonds and stripes are formed by the knots rather than printed on the surface.
Sizing it for your room
The exact size of this rug can be confirmed in our showroom, where you can see how its rust and red tones sit against your own furniture. Its busy diamonds and stripes hide everyday wear, so this Afghan tribal saddle rug suits a family room, a hallway or a dining room.
Warm tones like these suit timber floors and neutral walls. Lay the rug where the afternoon light reaches, since the reds and golds will look different through the day.
Because the diamonds repeat across the top and bottom bands, the rug has a clear pattern from every side of the room, and the central stripes keep the look from feeling heavy. The rust and red tones pick up warm wood and brass, and a cream or blue cushion will balance the diamonds.
Looking after your rug
Vacuum this Afghan tribal saddle rug on a suction-only setting, or with the beater bar switched off, so the brush does not pull at the knots. Turn it around every six to twelve months so sun and foot traffic wear it evenly. Blot spills with a clean white cloth and cold water rather than rubbing them in. When it needs a full clean, choose a cleaner who washes handmade rugs by hand.
Put a good underlay beneath it. It stops the rug sliding on timber or tiles, adds cushioning and takes some of the wear off the pile. Moths like wool in dark, quiet spots, such as the part of a rug under a sofa, so vacuum those areas often and lift the furniture now and then.
See it before you buy
Visit our showroom at 307 Penshurst St, North Willoughby, open every day from 11 am to 4:30 pm, to see this Afghan tribal saddle rug in person. If you would rather judge it in your own room, with your own light and furniture, book an in-home viewing and we will bring a selection to you.
You can see this afghan tribal saddle rug in our showroom or at home. Browse more Tribal, or ask about a custom made rug in your own size and colour. Read more about Afghan rugs.
