
Built for High Traffic
Hand-spun mountain wool thrives in busy rooms.
The Kazak-weaving tradition of the southern Caucasus — and its closely related Afghan revival schools — is celebrated for an uninhibited boldness of palette, architecturally spare compositions, and a vocabulary of talismanic symbols rooted in nomadic cosmology, producing works that carry as much spiritual charge as decorative presence.
This new hand-knotted wool piece presents an expansive silver-blue field populated in an open all-over arrangement with polychrome hooked lozenge medallions rendered in saffron gold, navy, crimson, sage green, and teal — each enclosing a cross-arrow device that references ancient Caucasian protective symbolism; between the medallions, stylised anthropomorphic figures, serrated tree forms, kochak ram-horn scrolls, and double-headed arrow motifs drift freely across the ground in the manner of an Ikat-inflected tribal scatter, lending the composition an almost manuscript-like quality.
The border system is decisive: a primary band of bold reciprocal red-and-ivory chevrons commands the perimeter with graphic authority, framed by narrow navy-and-grey running-scroll guards that discipline the exuberance within. At 201×305 cm, this piece carries the restless, sky-wide energy of steppe weavings while its cooled silver ground gives it a contemporary restraint that makes it as suited to a considered modern interior as to a serious tribal collection.
One-of-one hand-knotted weaves steeped in nomadic heritage.

Hand-spun mountain wool thrives in busy rooms.

Organic root and mineral dyes age with grace.

Woven from memory, so every rug is one of a kind.

Originally woven to endure mountain migrations, genuine tribal rugs are among the most resilient, low-maintenance pieces you can place on a floor.
Geometric medallions and rich abrash naturally disguise footprints, pet hair, and daily wear between cleanings.
Reinforced wool selvedges and hand-knotted foundations lie flat and hold firm for 50 to 100+ years.
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.
Kazak Ikat Medallion Silver-Blue
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