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| Afghan rugs - kilim, a magical area |  | Afghan rugs - kilim have always had both practical and symbolical significations. Each one constitutes in itself a magical space where edges represent elements of the earth, erected as defenders of the area, inhabited by sphere of the universe, call divine.
They are at a same time depicted memory and identity of all sedentary & nomadic population which have woven them.
Each tribe, region or village have its own style : shining or sober colours, complex or abstract designs from one to another. All patterns constitute in fact a symbolic form of writing which has been inherited from very ancient beliefs.
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| Afghan Sofreh kilim balouch |  |
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| Sofreh, or sofrah, literally "tablecloth" in Persian, were currently used as a convivial support to welcome familial lunch and diner as well outside and inside.
sofreh kilim
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| Baluchi rug is the lord of the desert between Afghanistan, Pakistan and Iran. Manufactured with an high quality wool fabric, it represents the high status of the nomadic Baluch culture.
Baloch rug
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| Uzbek wall hanging and bed cover |  |
| | Afghan kilim "Maliki" |  |
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| Uzbek curtains could be used as wall hanging or bed cover. Its usefulness is as aesthetical than practical. Its manufacture is strong and robust, perfect to be used on daily basis.
Uzbek wall hanging and bed cover
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| Maliki style streches from Turkmenistan to Iran getting through Herat region in Afghanistan.
Afghan kilim "Maliki"
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Afghan rugs - Kilim, all these products are inherited from a rich tradition transmitted through ages and remains alive nowadays in their originated countries. Whether in Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Iran, Turkmenistan or Baluchistan, all sofreh, Maliki, carpets and kilim are certified for their quality and origins.
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