2'10 x 4'7 Hand-Knotted Afghan Pictorial War Accent Rug

Item Details

This authentic hand-knotted Afghan War rug is a compelling example of pictorial folk art from the Soviet-Afghan War period. The textile features a vibrant, multi-colored field populated with the hardware of conflict, including stylized helicopters, tanks, and weaponry, interspersed with images of local architecture and human figures. Unlike later commercial ‘9/11’ souvenir rugs, this piece exhibits the raw, asymmetrical charm and saturated vegetable-dye palette of Western Afghanistan’s tribal weavers. The wool is hand-spun and provides a dense, durable pile. These rugs served as both functional floor coverings and visual journals, recording the profound impact of modern warfare on traditional nomadic and village life.

Type	Accent Rug
Materials	Wool
Manufacturing Process	Handmade
Approximate Size	3′ × 5′
Origin	Afghanistan
Rug Type	Knotted

Dimensions

33.75" W x 0.25" H x 55.25" D

Measurements provided are approximate. Large rugs may be difficult to move or transport. The winner is responsible for bringing appropriate assistance and vehicle to pickup.

Rugs and other textiles may retain minor imperfections throughout, including residual odor. Items might benefit from professional cleaning.

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