Shekari 11.8 x 9 Wool Rug – Verdant Tree of Life with Majestic Birds

Origin

This masterpiece by the hand of skilled artisans of Shekari, Northern Afghanistan, is handwoven and inspired by the Persian tradition of the Tree of Life, the most reliable symbol of life, unity, and beauty transiting all time. All of the branches, birds, and flowers are carefully arranged and run hand in hand with classic motifs, and are modernized with sophistication, and are a mesmerizing aesthetic curiosity of cultural storytelling and craftsmanship.

Materials

The rug is made of 100 percent hand-spun Ghazni wool whose natural shine is created by plant-based dye such as walnut husk, madder root, as well as the rind of pomegranate. The dyes give permanent, natural, environmentally friendly colors which mature with age. The thick pile is warm and durable enough to provide many generations' worth of pleasure without sacrificing its organic, chemical-free, and biodegradable properties.

Design

An enchanting motif of a Tree of Life is done on a deep ebony ground with its branches filled with peacocks, cranes, pheasants, and doves. The foliage is broken by bright flowers in crimson, saffron, and ivory; the layers are balanced, therefore, depth and harmony are created. The illustrative image also encourages oneself to make discoveries and transforms the floor into a live tapestry.

Craftsmanship

This amazing hand-knotted carpet has the tight knot density, making the details crisp, as well as having reinforced edges and hand-finished fringes to ensure long-lasting life. The sensitive combination of pattern and negative space indicates a commanding eye and so it is at ease as a centerpiece of a floor or as a wall-hanging piece of textile artworks.

Heritage

In Persian and Central Asian cultures, the “Tree of Life” represents prosperity, attachment to nature, and spiritual equilibrium. The meanings that birds and flowers hold are layered in each bird and blossom in this Shekari rug as well, with the beauty of a peacock and the long life of a crane making it not only decorative, but a tale that time tells through wool.

An emerald garden of life, handwoven into Shekari perfection.

Features

• Brand: Shekari

• Color: Ebony Black, Crimson, Saffron, Ivory, Walnut Brown, Sky Blue

• Size: 11.8 x 9 ft

• Pattern: Tree of Life with Birds & Blossoms

• Material: 100% Hand-Spun Ghazni Wool, Natural Botanical Dyes

• Durability: Fine knot density, hand-bound edges, fade-resistant colors

• Ideal for: Living rooms, formal sitting areas, wall display

• Sustainability: Biodegradable, chemical-free, ethically handcrafted