Millefleurs - Quarter Moon Silk Carpet Gray Area Rug 5% Pure Silk

5% Pure Silk

also know as a Turkoman rug

Shah Saloor (or Salor) Bokharas are rare and very fine

They occupied the oasis land surrounding Merv from the late 17th century until driven from their homeland by the Tekke tribe in 1856

Millefleurs - Quarter Moon Silk Carpet Gray Area Rug 5% Pure SilkMaterials & 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