Afghan Chobi Ziegler Handwoven Rug, One of a Kind, Shah Abbas Palmette, Red

Afghan Chobi Ziegler Rug · The Crimson Splendor of Shah Abbas Palmettes, a One-of-a-Kind Original A one-of-a-kind Chobi Ziegler rug, woven with an asymmetrical Persian knot in workshops in northern Afghanistan, reinterpreting the 17th-century Safavid Shah Abbas tradition. Oversized palmettes and lotus rosettes on a madder-red field are paired with the warm patina of botanical dyes. Specifications Origin: Afghanistan (Mazar-i-Sharif region) Design heritage: Ziegler / Shah Abbas revival · all-over composition with palmettes and rosettes Material: 100% hand-spun Ghazni wool (weft, warp, and pile) Dyeing technique: Chobi · botanical root & bark dyes (indigo, madder, walnut, pomegranate) Knot type: Asymmetrical Persian (Sine) knot Knot density: ~120,000 / m² (densely woven) Pile height: ~6 mm Weight: ~3,200 g / m² Size: 156 x 214 cm (3.34 m²) · one-of-a-kind, numbered original Wash: Natural (washed) · faded antique-effect tones The Story Behind This Rug The Shah Abbas design takes its name from Safavid Shah Abbas I, who patronized the workshops of Isfahan in the 17th century. This composition of oversized palmettes, lotus flowers, and arabesque entwined branches represents the pinnacle of palace carpet art. Afghan artisans combine this heritage with their knowledge of root dyes: the wool is treated with alum and iron mordants, dyed repeatedly in plant extracts, then washed in the sun and running water after weaving to develop its characteristic patina. Why Choose a One-of-a-Kind Handwoven Afghan Rug Uniqueness: There is only one of this rug; its knotting rhythm and dye batch can never be replicated. Durable botanical dyes: Unlike synthetic aniline dyes, root dyes do not fade; they simply soften over time. Ghazni wool: Long-fiber wool with a high lanolin content, from high-altitude sheep, offers natural stain resistance and a silky sheen. Asymmetrical Persian knot: Finer detail resolution and sharper motif edges than the Turkish (Gördes) knot. Investment value: Genuine Afghan rugs dyed with botanical dyes appreciate in value with use across generations. Color and Design Oversized Shah Abbas palmettes and lotus rosettes are arranged symmetrically on a madder-red field, with clusters of leaves, entwined branches, and small cartouche motifs between them. The border frames the composition with a cream-ground botanical pattern and a row of miniature palmettes. Faded ivory, pomegranate green, and indigo-blue accents contrast with the crimson field. Care Instructions Vacuum on a low setting with a brushless vacuum head. Blot spills immediately with a white cotton cloth; do not rub. Rotate 180° every 6 months to distribute sunlight and foot traffic evenly. Leave wet cleaning to a rug specialist in botanical dyes. This rug will be sold only once; no other home will have an identical one.