Built for High Traffic
Hand-spun mountain wool thrives in busy rooms.
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Authentic 1-of-1 Piece#K17763
Afghan Mamluk Chobi All-Over Sage
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Dimensions152 × 213 cm
MaterialWool
Weavehand knotted
100% Hand-KnottedHighland wool & vegetable dyes
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Signed ProvenanceCertificate of Authenticity
Insured ShippingWhite-glove delivery in MY
The Chobi weaving tradition of northern Afghanistan — centred in and around Kunduz and the Peshawar valley workshops — draws on centuries of Central Asian court textile vocabulary, distinguished by the deliberate use of vegetable-dyed wools that yield the characteristic soft, aged palette prized by collectors and interior architects alike.
This hand-knotted wool rug, woven new in the Mamluk Chobi idiom, presents an open sage-green field animated by an all-over dispersed composition of polychrome palmettes, rosettes, and sinuous vine scrolls rendered in rust orange, sky blue, teal, ivory, and warm gold — a palette of notable chromatic restraint and balance; the border system is kept deliberately narrow with a classical reciprocal meander in the guard bands, allowing the luminous field to command full attention, while a fine knotted fringe finishes each end with characteristic workshop precision.
The piece carries the quiet authority of a revivalist court rug reinterpreted through tribal hands — meditative in its rhythm, and equally at home in a considered interior as in a serious collection.
Motif & Symbolic Elements
Mamluk-revival palmettes, stylized rosettes, boteh-derived floral heads, curvilinear vine scrolls, and small geometric leaf sprays dispersed across an open field
From the tribal collection
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Why You’ll Love It
One-of-one hand-knotted weaves steeped in nomadic heritage.
Rich Vegetable Dyes
Organic root and mineral dyes age with grace.
True One-of-One Art
Woven from memory, so every rug is one of a kind.
Nomadic & Balkan Provenance · 1 of 1
Nomadic & Balkan Provenance · 1 of 1
Forgiving in Daily Life, Unmatched in Character
Originally woven to endure mountain migrations, genuine tribal rugs are among the most resilient, low-maintenance pieces you can place on a floor.
Camouflages Everyday Life Effortlessly
Geometric medallions and rich abrash naturally disguise footprints, pet hair, and daily wear between cleanings.
Heirloom Structural Integrity
Reinforced wool selvedges and hand-knotted foundations lie flat and hold firm for 50 to 100+ years.
Rich Acoustic & Thermal Warmth
Dense, springy mountain wool insulates cool tile or stone floors and absorbs ambient room noise.
Rug Comparison Guide |  Hand KnottedCrafted knot by knot. Made for generations. Persian · Modern · Tribal This rug’s construction |  Machine MadeFine detail. A beautifully consistent finish. Bespoke collection |  Hand TuftedYour shape, your palette, your feel. Custom rugs |
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| Manufacturing method | Individually hand tied Each knot is tied onto a woven foundation. | Precision machine woven A powered loom creates a fine, uniform weave. | Tufted by hand Yarn is inserted into a canvas, then backed and finished. |
| Feel | Naturally soft Varies with fibre, knot quality and pile height. | Soft to exceptionally soft Extremely soft in pure silk; soft in wool. Other fibres vary. | Customisable Adjust pile height and density for a plush or firmer feel. |
| Perfect for | Across the home Durable wool for busy rooms; silk-rich pieces for quieter spaces. | Comfort & decorative detail Living rooms and bedrooms. Choose the fibre for your foot traffic. | Across the home, tailored to you Specify wool for everyday use or silk accents for gentler spaces. |
| Lifespan | Can last 100+ years* Heirloom potential with appropriate care and repair. | Around 10 years* An indicative lifespan with suitable use and care. | Up to 20 years* With proper care of the pile and backing. |
| Materials | Natural wool & silk The balance of wool and silk varies by rug. | Varies by design Wool, bamboo silk and other options. Check the listed material. | Wool & bamboo silk Choose your material and blend to suit the brief. |
| Care | Vacuum gently Rotate periodically. Specialist cleaning for silk and deep cleans. | Follow the fibre Gentle vacuuming. Silk and bamboo silk need particular spill care. | Protect the backing Gentle vacuuming; avoid soaking. Use a specialist for deep cleaning. |
| Customisation | Choose your piece Find the right size, pattern and palette in the collection. | Choose your size Available dimensions vary by design. | Fully made for you Shape, size, palette, material, pile height and density. |
| Explore | Hand knottedExplore hand knotted rugs | BespokeExplore bespoke rugs | CustomCreate your custom rug |
*Lifespans are indicative, with suitable use and care. Fibre, construction, backing and foot traffic affect longevity. Silk and bamboo silk need more delicate care than wool. Construction images are illustrative.
Afghan Mamluk Chobi All-Over Sage
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