Pakistani Fine Bukhara

Pakistani Fine BukharaBased on Turkmen prototypes called Tekkes, variations of the handmade Bukhara rug are produced in many countries. Among the most popular handmade rugs in the world, Bukharas are prized for their softness, luxurious feel, dense pile and pleasing colours. Featuring repeating patterns of octagonal 'guls', usually on burgundy red, gray blue or green backgrounds. Pakistani Bokhara with their velvety, almost blanket like feel use the Ghiorde, a Turkish

these large-sized

Although the pattern generally covers most of the the carpet's surface

naturally dyed

Dominant colours are madder reds

Warp and weft weaving results in distinctive geometric and linear patterns and small spaces when the fibers are pulled apart

almost blanket-like feel

These medium-clipped wool pile rugs are generally woven on a cotton warp with one weft

The skilled Qashqai weavers who make these rugs are highly regarded for their expressive craftsmanship and attention to detail

with silk details

hence their loose or moderate weave

red and navy blue are most common

burnt orange