Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
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Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan
Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan

Navy & Red Akstafa Rug, Hand-Knotted Afghani Sherwan

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A column of large serrated star medallions rises up a deep indigo field in madder red, ivory and blue, surrounded by a teeming ground of small botehs, eight-pointed stars and rosettes — and, along the lower field, the stylised peacocks that are the signature of the Akstafa weavings of the eastern Caucasus. Almost no space is left unworked.

A glowing red main border carries a procession of botehs and serrated leaves, framed by ivory guard stripes of running stars, finishing in a striped kilim end and fringe. Hand-knotted in Afghanistan in the Caucasian Shirvan manner, it is finely and densely woven from hand-spun wool, its natural dyes giving the indigo, madder and gold a deep, settled richness.

Akstafa rugs are among the most sought-after of all Caucasian designs, prized for their bold medallions and their charming birds. Densely knotted and built to last for generations, this is a striking, story-filled centrepiece for a living or dining room and a genuine collector's heirloom. As a hand-made rug, it is one of a kind.

  • Origin: Afghanistan
  • Tradition: Caucasian Akstafa (Shirvan)
  • Type: Afghani Sherwan, hand-knotted
  • Material: 100% hand-spun wool, natural dyes
  • Pile: Fine, hand-clipped, with kilim ends
  • Size: 205×315cm (Large)
  • Colour: Indigo field with red-and-ivory star medallions
  • SKU: AFGP-G 313127
  • One-of-a-kind: yes

Material: 100 percent hand-spun Afghan wool coloured with natural dyes, naturally rich in lanolin, which gives it softness, a subtle sheen, and a natural resistance to everyday dirt and spills.

Care instructions

  • Vacuum regularly on low suction without a rotating brush.
  • Rotate the rug occasionally so it wears and fades evenly.
  • Blot spills immediately with a clean, dry cloth, working from the outside in, and do not rub.
  • Keep out of prolonged direct sunlight to protect the colour.
  • Use a professional rug cleaner for any deep clean.
  • Light shedding is normal with new wool and settles within the first few months.

Akstafa takes its name from a town in the Shirvan area of the eastern Caucasus, and its rugs are instantly known by two things: tall, many-rayed star medallions stacked up the field, and rows of long-tailed peacocks worked into the design. The dense field of small botehs and stars around them shows the patience of a fine weaver, who carried the whole composition in memory. Made in Afghanistan by hand from naturally dyed, hand-spun wool, the rug keeps the gentle colour shifts and small irregularities that prove it was knotted by a single weaver at the loom rather than turned out by a machine.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping We offer free shipping on all orders within Japan. Each rug is carefully rolled, wrapped, and shipped fully insured. Orders are dispatched within 1 to 2 business days, with tracking sent as soon as your order ships. Delivery within Japan typically takes 2 to 5 business days.

Returns We accept returns within 7 days of delivery. Items must be unused and in their original condition. To start a return, contact our customer support. For a defective or incorrectly shipped item, we cover the return cost and arrange a replacement or refund. For returns due to personal preference such as size, colour, or a change of mind, return shipping is paid by the customer.

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