Carmine Orbit Hand-knotted Rug

£7,500.00

Size:

185cm x 235cm

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ISHKAR collaborates with London-based Uzbek artist Aziza Kadyri on a limited-edition collection of rugs inspired by cosmos-related patterns found in the palak textiles of Tashkent and Jizzakh, regions shaped by desert, steppe, and nomadic cosmologies.

Using celestial forms as protective devices, the collection narrows this focus to a personal register, centring on the relationship between the artist and her younger sister, Yulduz, whose name means “Star”. Though geographically separated for much of their lives, the sisters are positioned within a common cosmology. Personal symbols appear throughout the designs, constructing an intimate narrative into a material language historically shaped by women’s collective authorship.

Hand-knotted by weavers in Afghanistan, this design is available in a limited edition of 8. Each rug is made to order, taking around 4-6 months to produce. The rug size can be adjusted proportionally in consultation with the artist.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Limited edition of 8
Lead time: 4-6 months
Material: 100% Ghazni wool
Pile height: approx. 5mm (low and high pile heights available on request)
Country of origin: Afghanistan

CARE

Made in Afghanistan from 100% Ghazni wool, our rugs are hardwearing, with Afghan rugs known to last many centuries. Until then, we have a few tips on how to keep your rugs looking good as new:

• Vacuum rugs lightly
• Avoid direct and prolonged sunlight exposure
• Do not treat with stain products
• If a stain occurs, act quickly preventing it from drying

Tips for cleaning the most common household stains:

• The most important thing is to act quickly before the stain dries.
• If the stain was caused by liquid, use paper towels to absorb. Work gently from the edges toward the center, so the problem area does not expand.
• For wine, coffee and tea, try to absorb as quickly as possible. Then apply a solution of warm water, detergent and white vinegar with a damp sponge. Wipe with clean cloth and let dry. If the stain persists, have it professionally cleaned.
• For spots of oil, chocolate, lipstick, nail polish, or ink: scrub – then soak – as much of the stain as possible with a white cloth or paper towel. Clean the rug professionally.

Professional dry cleaning is always the best option for stubborn or dried stains.

RETURNABLE SAMPLE

Our returnable samples must be sent back to us within 14 days of receipt. We’ll include a returns label when we send the samples out to you.

SHIPPING

We ship all over the world via DHL Express. Once we have received your order from the artisans and successfully completed our quality checks, UK shipping usually takes 5-7 business days to arrive. Overseas deliveries can take anywhere from 7-16 days. Delivery details will be provided in your confirmation email.

Flatweave rugs - Shipping costs will apply, and will be added at checkout once your destination has been entered. If you require any information ahead of placing your order, please email our team on contact@ishkar.com.

Hand-knotted rugs - Shipping is not included at checkout for our hand-knotted rugs. Our team will contact you with a shipping quote once your order has been placed. If you require a shipping estimate before placing your order, please contact us at contact@ishkar.com.

Import duties: Please note that customers outside of the UK may be required to pay import duties/local sales taxes upon delivery in the destination country; these are not included in the price of the goods you purchase and we cannot be responsible for the payment of these fees. To alleviate this additional cost, UK VAT (20%) will be deducted from your total at checkout once you enter your shipping destination. Please contact customer@ishkar.com for an estimate of any local taxes and duties payable upon delivery in the destination country or contact your local customs office for further information.

RETURNS

Any in-stock items, excluding sale items, are returnable for a full refund (excluding shipping cost), if returned within 14 days of receipt.

Items must be in perfect, unused condition.
Ship in suitably protective packaging.
Proof of purchase is required.

Please note that any custom or made-to-order item is non-refundable except if found faulty. Please notify us at customer@ishkar.com within 5 working days of receipt if this is the case, and our team will be happy to assist.

Carmine Orbit Hand-knotted Rug

£7,500.00

The Collaboration

Celebrating a shared heritage of Central Asian craftsmanship, this series of hand-knotted rugs is inspired by Cosmos-related patterns found in Suzani embroidery, reinterpreting Aziza Kadyri's cultural and historical heritage through a contemporary lens.

Traditionally crafted together by women for a girl's dowry, Suzanis function as a rare public site of women's authorship, and in Kadyri's wider practice, embody a recurring framework for mapping women's histories, labour, and knowledge systems that have been fragmented over time.

The Weavers

Situated at the heart of the ancient silk road, for millennia Afghanistan has been known for making some of the finest rugs in the world. Since 2016 ISHKAR has worked with master weavers in Afghanistan to produce luxurious rugs which marry traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.

Every step of the production process is made by hand, from the spinning and dyeing of the wool, to the trimming, binding and washing of the rug. Each piece has its own individual character and bears the distinct mark of the artisans who brought it to life.

The Wool

The carpets are hand-knotted using Ghazni wool, a variety of wool unique to Afghanistan known for its luxuriant finish as well as its unique way of absorbing colour which gives the carpets Abrash - the technical term used to describe the mottled effect given by each strand of wool's subtle variation of colour.