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The piece
Afghan Ersari
A warm light-brown field sets the stage for a classic, geometric prayer-rug design rendered in deep red, black, and ivory. A stepped mihrab-style arch anchors the center, leading the eye to a repeating grid of round medallions and small cross motifs. Lattice panels and angular chevrons add texture and rhythm, while the red guard borders, dotted with star-like motifs and delicate accents in ivory and black, frame the composition. Short, natural fringes finish each end for a handcrafted look.
Only one exists
This rug was made by hand. There is no other exactly like it, and the rug pictured is the rug you receive.
- Origin
- Afghanistan
- Collection
- Afghan Ersari
- Weave
- Hand Knotted
- Material
- 100% Wool
- Knot density
- 100 knots per square inch
- Knots tied by hand
- About 150,000
- Age
- 40-50 Years (Semi Antique)
- Pile Height
- 1/3"
- Condition
- Very Good. Missing Fringe, Low Pile Spots
- Size
- 2' 7 x 4' / 80 cm x 120 cm
- Colors
- Light Brown, Black, Red, Ivory
Hand-knotted from 100% wool, the pile has a dense, tactile quality that provides subtle cushioning underfoot while retaining clear, defined patterning. The color palette and structured motifs work well in traditional or globally inspired interiors, and the rug is equally at home layered over a larger neutral carpet, placed beside a bed, or anchored in an entry or reading nook to bring warmth and pattern to a compact space.
Full specifications
- Product Identification
- SKU #: 5503486
- Dimensions
- 2' 7" × 4' 0"
- Dimensions (Metric)
- 80cm x 120cm
- Colors
- Primary color is Light Brown. Colors in this rug include: Light Brown, Black, Red, Ivory.
- Material
- 100% Natural Wool
- Pile Height
- 1/3"
- Collection
- Afghan Ersari
- Knots per square inch
- 100 knots per square inch.
- Construction Details
- Hand Knotted
- Origin
- Made in: Afghanistan
- Condition
- In Very Good condition, with Missing Fringe, Low Pile Spots. Further details can be seen in the pictures
- Age
- 40-50 Years (Semi Antique)
- Treatment & Quality
- All of our hand-knotted rugs are professionally washed and treated. All rugs are individually inspected before leaving our warehouse.
- Decorative Elements
- Has decorative fringe
- Shipping & Returns
- Free Shipping & Free Returns
Styling Guidance
Designer Notes
Color temperature: warm
Furniture
Works Beautifully
- Cognac Leather armchair
- Dark Walnut wood bookshelf
- Antique Brass metal floor lamp
- Deep Mahogany wood side table
- Forest Green velvet ottoman
- Burnt Orange linen accent chair
- Cream Bouclé upholstered bench
Avoid
- Cool Grey
- Neon Pink
- Bright Silver
Walls
Works Beautifully
- Warm Terracotta
- Creamy White
- Deep Olive
- Toasted Almond
- Charcoal Slate
- Antique Gold
Avoid
- Cool Lavender
- Mint Green
- Icy Blue
Flooring
Works Beautifully
- Dark Oak hardwood
- Honey Pine floorboards
- Red Brick flooring
- Terracotta Saltillo tile
- Natural Slate stone
- Espresso stained wood
Avoid
- Grey LVP
- White Marble tile
- Cool Concrete





