Afghan Chobi Rug wool area-rug Shah Abbas I gave them

Shah Abbas I gave them as tribute to the Ottoman Court

Stock Number: BR2124

Slight distortions in the shape and shifts in tone across the field are part of how the rug was made

from the pile to the foundation

The knotting technique is centuries old

Afghan Chobi Rug wool area-rug Shah Abbas I gave themChobi rugs first emerged in Northern Afghanistan during the 1990s as a more refined expression of the region's long established weaving traditions. The name comes from the Farsi word chob, meaning wood, which reflects the soft, timber toned colour palette these rugs are known for. This rug is hand knotted by Afghan artisans using skill passed down through generations. The wool is hand spun using traditional methods, selected for its softness, quality