Versatile Handmade Afghan Loribaft - 309779 Holiday Edition [PNcDvYAy]

This bright and lively Loribaft rug has some interesting patterns. The rug is made from wool, which has traditionally been dyed with vegetable and mineral matter. The soft colour is achieved through multiple washes with different natural products, which can change the acidity. All in all, this delightful piece will bring colour and cheer to your home.

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Afghan handmade carpets are becoming very well regarded. This market has been growing quite fast in recent years, emphasising the higher quality knotting and the influence of Pakistan in many finishing processes, such as initial tensioning to correct alignment issues where the weaver has drifted the wefts, causing the pattern to run out. Next, adjustments are undertaken before surface clipping, herbal washing, and tumbling. This combination of Afghan weaving and finishing in Pakistan has succeeded. These carpets are tightly knotted and often finished with an unusually bound multicoloured fringe.

The carpets are still hand-knotted, and the wool is coloured with vegetable dye. The Loribaft rug designs can be reminiscent of Gabbeh designs, although the Loribaft pieces are more refined and tightly knotted. The colours of the Loribaft rugs and carpets are similar to those used in our Samarkand collections and possibly more vibrant. The main distinction is that the patterns are playful, using a defined colour palette and simple design, with stylised animals, plants, trees or characters with block colour often mimicking an ombre effect. Some Loribaft pieces do not have fringes, so they are finished with a plain kilim end or binding and secured to prevent fraying. Like the Samarkand carpets, other rugs are produced with an unusual bobbin wind on the warps. 

The company's provenance and the rug are worth considering when buying online. We are a family business with over 60 years of experience selling rugs. With an outstanding reputation, we pride ourselves on customer service. We welcome visitors to the Tewkesbury shop. Alternatively, we can assist with online enquiries by email or telephone.
It is worth remembering that these handmade rugs are unique and special. Owning one is something you can enjoy for many years. I recommend buying a handmade rug made from the best natural fibre: wool. 

We recommend the use of an underlay with this product:
Foxi-underlay to provide grip to stop handmade rugs from moving

For uneven surfaces, we would recommend our Felt underlay:
Felt underlay for uneven floors

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