Ghoum - Oveisi Gardens Carpet beige bokhara carpet After which it was laid

After which it was laid flat on the ground where a team of cleaners used wooden oar-like paddles to push the water through its fibers and draw out impurities

With proper maintenance tailored to its needs

these carpets are considered to be some of the finest carpets manufactured in Pakistan

The Salor "gul" is octagonal with spiked projections pointing both inward and outward from its rim

Modern square motifs punctuate a warm red field in this handspun Ghazni wool rug from Pakistan

Ghoum - Oveisi Gardens Carpet beige bokhara carpet After which it was laidMaterials & Craftsmanship: This fine, diligently hand knotted area rug contains a perfect blend of 80% pure silk and 20% pure wool. Persian & Oriental rugs made from a high percentage of silk are intricate and are often the most valuable of all handmade carpets. The silk fibers in this piece create a beautiful sheen throughout the field and borders, providing an ultra luxurious feel. The use of silk ensures a precise rendering of the decorative design