Afghan Feraghan Runner

A classic Afghan Feraghan Runner with a traditional design and more contemporary colouring. The darker abrashed grey ground tone contrasts with deep reds, deep blues and rich oranges to make the flowers, palmettes and flowing fronds stand out without being too overpowering.The design of this runner is very decorative, with large quantities of flowers connected by frond motifs woven within it. This design also gives the runner a more contemporary feel.Afghan Feraghan Runners take their design influence from Persian Feraghan Rugs, and these date back to the 1800s. Feraghan Runners are known for complex floral patterns with a mix of soft and rich colours. It is clear that Afghan Feraghan Runners such as this are rooted in these classic designs, and the palmettes in the central area take pride of place.The runner is hand knotted with hardwearing and lustrous Afghan wool and will last for many years to come. An expertly crafted piece by expert weavers!As the runner has a contemporary feel, this traditional Feraghan would sit well in both modern and traditional interiors. Its complementary colour palette also makes it a very versatile piece.