Tribal Afghan Hand-Knotted Serapi Wool Accent Rug 3x6 Gray

$1,742

£1,316.65

€1,540.07

CA$2,473.50

A$2,516.40

CHF 1,445.96

MX$30,259.93

NOK 16,881.34

SEK 16,982.40

DKK 11,512.86

About the Item

Strikingly contemporary in palette yet deeply rooted in one of the most historically prestigious design traditions in the entire Oriental rug canon, this exceptional Serapi tribal accent rug from Afghanistan is a hand-knotted masterpiece of rare chromatic sophistication and bold geometric authority. Its cool heathered grey field — soft, atmospheric, and richly textured with the natural tonal variation of hand-spun wool — provides an unexpectedly elegant and thoroughly modern ground for a bold central medallion composition rendered in navy blue, burnt orange, brick red, ivory, antique gold, and mustard yellow — a palette of extraordinary chromatic tension and interior versatility that bridges the tribal and the contemporary with effortless confidence. The Serapi tradition is among the most celebrated and collectible in the entire history of Oriental rug weaving, born from the grand village-weaving heritage of the Heriz region and distinguished by its monumental scale of drawing, its bold geometric reinterpretation of classical Persian floral motifs, and its characteristic use of open, luminous fields. In this accent-size piece on a cool grey ground, the Serapi format takes on a strikingly fresh and contemporary character — the bold geometric composition reads with the graphic clarity of a modern abstract design while retaining every quality of authentic tribal hand-knotted craftsmanship and decorative warmth. The central medallion is the commanding focal point of the entire composition — a large bold circular form in deep navy blue outlined in burnt orange, its interior filled with concentric rings of ivory, navy, and burnt orange culminating in a deep burgundy red square at the very centre. From this dramatic central form, four angular bracket extensions reach outward in the cardinal directions, their ivory and red profiles creating a bold cross-form compositional structure of great geometric authority. Above and below the central medallion, matching vertical tree-of-life compositions in ivory and brick red rise and descend along the central axis — their angular branching forms rendered with bold, expressive tribal drawing that anchors the composition at both ends with strong decorative presence. Small angular leaf sprays in mustard yellow, brick red, and ivory are scattered across the grey field between the primary composition elements, adding a secondary layer of colour and detail without diminishing the open, breathing quality of the cool grey ground. The border is richly layered and beautifully executed — a wide powder blue primary guard carrying a bold continuous repeating sequence of large angular floral rosettes, scrolling botanical forms, and geometric ornaments in burnt orange, brick red, mustard yellow, ivory, and sage, framed by a narrow ivory inner guard with a delicate repeating small rosette chain. The cool powder blue border palette echoes and amplifies the grey-blue tones of the field, creating a unified, harmonious chromatic framework that gives the entire composition a quality of cool, sophisticated restraint that is entirely distinctive and utterly contemporary in its appeal. Woven entirely in 100% wool pile by skilled Afghan artisans using traditional hand-knotting techniques, this Serapi accent rug achieves a surface of exceptional density, warmth, and natural lustre. The wool pile is dense, resilient, and beautifully coloured, with the organic tonal depth and surface variation that only genuine hand-knotted natural wool construction can deliver. Product Features: Construction: Fully hand-knotted by skilled Afghan tribal weavers Pile Material: 100% wool — dense, resilient, and naturally lustrous Pattern: Serapi tribal — bold central circular medallion with cross-form bracket extensions and vertical tree-of-life axis on cool heathered grey ground Primary Colors: Cool heathered grey, navy blue, burnt orange, brick red, ivory, mustard yellow, powder blue, sage Border: Wide powder blue primary guard with bold repeating angular floral rosettes and botanical forms; narrow ivory inner guard Origin: Afghanistan — one of the world's most celebrated hand-knotted rug producing regions Style: Tribal / Contemporary Transitional — exceptionally versatile across modern, Scandinavian, eclectic, and traditional interiors Ideal Placement: Living room accent, bedroom beside a bed, entryway, home office, dining room, or beneath a console table Condition: New — pristine pile with full, even height throughout One-of-a-Kind: Hand-knotted construction ensures every piece is completely unique Bold in composition, cool in palette, and masterful in its Afghan tribal craftsmanship, this grey-ground Serapi accent rug is a piece of rare contemporary distinction — a hand-knotted tribal artwork that speaks with equal fluency to the collector of traditional rugs and the design-conscious modernist seeking warmth, character, and authentic craft in a thoroughly contemporary colour story. Shipping & Delivery ✦ Free shipping available on this item ✦ Processing time: 2–3 business days for careful packaging and quality inspection ✦ Estimated delivery: 5–10 business days after dispatch, depending on destination ✦ Return shipping: Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs in the event of a return ✦ Item is professionally rolled, wrapped, and packaged to ensure safe transit

Dimensions:
Width: 97 in (246.38 cm)Length: 193 in (490.22 cm)
Style:
Tribal (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Wool,Hand-Knotted
Place of Origin:
Afghanistan
Period:
21st Century
Date of Manufacture:
2020
Condition:
Seller Location:
Los Gatos, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: 53221stDibs: LU10755250809392

Materials

Wool

Tribal Afghan Hand-Knotted Serapi Wool Accent Rug 3x6 Gray

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