What is a Bokhara rug?
Originating in the Bukhara region of Uzbekistan, Bokhara-style rugs are made across the rug-weaving world today. They are most easily recognized by their distinctive patterns and thick, lush wool pile made with Persian knots.
The traditional Bokhara rug design is rows of stylized octagonal flowers called “guls” surrounded by a wide border of geometric patterns. While the colors used can vary widely from rug to rug, each individual rug uses a relatively limited palette. The classic colors for Bokhara rugs are deep, rich reds, but they can be found in ivories, blues, and greens as well.