Bokhara Mauri Berber Carpet eight-petal lotus medallions

eight-petal lotus medallions

as Western influence expanded across the Middle East

the dragon often represents immortality

This hand-knotted rug is made in Afghanistan using the finest pure wools and all natural vegetable dyes

these Herizes don't even contain the center medallion

Bokhara Mauri Berber Carpet eight-petal lotus medallionsOverview This carpet is hand knotted in a workshop in northern Pakistan near the princely state of Kashmir which stretches between Pakistan and India. The carpet is made with fine wool and has a high knot density which makes it very durable. Using a combination of New Zealand worsted and local Pakistani wool on a cotton base, the Pakistani Bokhara has a very soft and thick pile. Today, these carpets are considered to be some of the finest carpets