{"title":"Ersari Rugs — Authentic Turkmen Tribal Carpets","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #1a1a1a; max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cheader style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 45px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; padding-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 3px; font-size: 0.85rem; color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; display: block; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eTurkmen Tribal Heritage of Central Asia\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"font-size: 2rem; font-weight: 300; line-height: 1.2; margin-bottom: 20px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eErsari Rugs — Authentic Turkmen Tribal Masterpieces\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; color: #555; font-size: 1.1rem; max-width: 750px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e“The octagonal gül, the deep madder red, the steppe wool of the Amu Darya — weaving as cultural identity.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: 400; text-transform: uppercase; border-left: 3px solid #8b0000; padding-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eThe Ersari — One of the Ten Turkmen Tribes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErsari\u003c\/strong\u003e are one of the ten major \u003cstrong\u003eTurkmen\u003c\/strong\u003e tribes (Salor, Saryk, Tekke, Chodor, Arabachi, Imreli, Yomud, Ersari, Bukhara, Karachi). Their settlement area spans the borderlands of northern \u003cstrong\u003eAfghanistan\u003c\/strong\u003e, southern \u003cstrong\u003eTurkmenistan\u003c\/strong\u003e and parts of \u003cstrong\u003eUzbekistan\u003c\/strong\u003e — in the steppes between \u003cstrong\u003eMerv\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMazar-i-Sharif\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBukhara\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 15px;\"\u003eHistorically, most Turkmen tribal carpets with a red base were traded through Bukhara, which led to the simplifying term “Bukhara rug” — a market name that conceals the rich variety of tribal authorship. For accurate attribution, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jozan.net\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eJozan Carpet Encyclopedia\u003c\/a\u003e documents the distinct gül designs and knot structures of each tribe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px; background: #fdfaf7; padding: 30px; border: 1px solid #f0e6dc; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: 400; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eThe Gül — Heart of Turkmen Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003egül\u003c\/strong\u003e (Turkmen for “rose” or “flower”) is the defining motif of Turkmen weaving. Each tribe has its own gül variant. The \u003cstrong\u003eErsari gül\u003c\/strong\u003e is typically large, \u003cstrong\u003eoctagonal and close to a square shape\u003c\/strong\u003e, repeated across the field in a quartered grid — a textile expression of tribal heraldry and ancestral identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 15px;\"\u003eCompared with other Turkmen weaves, Ersari rugs are recognised by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin-top: 15px; font-size: 1rem; line-height: 2.0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge-scale gül\u003c\/strong\u003e in proportion to the field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbove-average border-to-field ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e — a signature compositional balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep madder reds, indigo, ivory and aubergine\u003c\/strong\u003e from natural plant dyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: 400; text-transform: uppercase; border-left: 3px solid #8b0000; padding-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1rem; line-height: 2.0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePile:\u003c\/strong\u003e hand-spun highland wool, traditionally with the natural lanolin retained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoundation:\u003c\/strong\u003e wool warp and weft in antique pieces; cotton in modern production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePigments:\u003c\/strong\u003e traditionally vegetable and mineral dyes — madder, indigo, walnut, pomegranate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnot:\u003c\/strong\u003e the symmetric (Turkish) knot, providing exceptional density and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"margin-bottom: 40px; background: #fdfaf7; padding: 30px; border: 1px solid #f0e6dc; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; font-weight: 400; text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eWhy Choose an Ersari from the Djoharian Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; font-size: 1.05rem; line-height: 2.0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTribal authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e — each piece selected for genuine Ersari gül design and traditional wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLabel STEP Fair Trade partner\u003c\/strong\u003e — ethical sourcing throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessionally cleaned and finished\u003c\/strong\u003e before delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 10px;\"\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDjoharian Collection — since 1967\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cfooter style=\"text-align: center; border-top: 1px solid #eee; padding-top: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #8b0000; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTurkmen Tribal Heritage | Label STEP Fair Trade | Djoharian Collection Since 1967\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ersari-turkmen-midcentury-rug-13x10-15100","title":"Ersari Turkmen Mid-Century Rug 13 × 10 ft (405 × 290 cm) Cinnamon Ivory | 15100","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:800px;margin:0 auto;padding:25px;font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#222;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:30px 0 25px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-bottom:30px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.75rem;letter-spacing:3px;color:#8b0000;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eDjoharian Collection · Ersari Turkmen\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch1 style=\"font-size:1.6rem;font-weight:300;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:2px;margin:0 0 15px;\"\u003eErsari Turkmen Mid-Century Rug\u003cbr\u003e405 × 290 cm · Cinnamon \u0026amp; Ivory\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;color:#555;margin:0;\"\u003eRows of eight-sided Güls in cinnamon and ivory, hand-knotted by Ersari weavers in northern Afghanistan between 1955 and 1975 — a tribal collector piece in the most generous room-size proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eTribal Heritage and Knotting Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErsari\u003c\/strong\u003e are one of the ten major Turkmen tribes of Central Asia, settled in the steppe between Merv in the west, Mazar-i-Sharif in the southeast and Bukhara in the north. Their settlement area spans Iran, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Bukhara was historically the principal trading hub for Turkmen rugs, which is why pieces from across the region were often grouped as “Bukhara rugs” — although the construction and knot density differ markedly from tribe to tribe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece was hand-knotted in the \u003cstrong\u003eborderland of northern Afghanistan between 1955 and 1975\u003c\/strong\u003e. It carries the signature Ersari grammar: \u003cstrong\u003elarge eight-sided Güls\u003c\/strong\u003e in rows across the field, framed by wide borders that are disproportionately generous compared to the inner field — a strong, characteristic compositional balance. The wool has the deep, almost silky lustre that distinguishes the best Ersari work, and the dense, heavy pile speaks of the quality of an exceptional weaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eColour and Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe field reads in a warm \u003cstrong\u003ecinnamon and copper-terracotta\u003c\/strong\u003e ground, carrying rows of octagonal Güls in \u003cstrong\u003edeep indigo-brown and ivory\u003c\/strong\u003e, with small star-and-cross fillers between the medallions. The wide multiple borders — a hallmark of the Ersari — frame the field in ivory diamond bands and brown elem stripes. The whole palette is drawn from natural, undyed and madder-dyed wool, and has mellowed over five to seven decades into the soft, glowing harmony that only genuine age can give.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003ePresence in the Room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e405 × 290 cm (11.75 m²)\u003c\/strong\u003e this is an extra-large room-size piece. Three contexts in which the Ersari reaches its full effect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStately living room:\u003c\/strong\u003e anchoring a generous sofa group, the cinnamon-ivory palette adds a quiet warmth to interiors built around natural materials — wood, leather, linen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormal dining room:\u003c\/strong\u003e under a long table for eight to twelve, the rhythmic Gül rows read as a measured, architectural pattern from above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLibrary or conference room:\u003c\/strong\u003e in a high-spec working space, the muted Turkmen grammar adds depth and craft without competing for attention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eA Collector Piece and Investment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine mid-century Ersari rugs in this size, with full pile and undimmed natural colour, have become increasingly hard to find — the older spinning and natural-dye traditions that gave this wool its silk-like lustre have largely disappeared. As a rare, hand-knotted tribal piece in excellent condition, this rug is not only a furnishing but a \u003cstrong\u003ecollector piece with genuine value-retention potential\u003c\/strong\u003e: a tangible, enduring asset of a kind that a discerning buyer can pass on. Each piece is supplied with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;width:35%;color:#666;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eErsari Turkmen · Gül rows on cinnamon ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted in northern Afghanistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eWeave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted, medium-fine knot density\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003ePile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e100% pure wool, approx. 0.8 cm pile height — dense and heavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eFoundation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eWarp and weft 70% wool, 30% goat hair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e405 × 290 cm (approx. 13 × 10 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eArea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e11.75 m² (extra-large room size)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eEra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMid-Century, c. 1955–1975\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eColours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eCinnamon, ivory, brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eExcellent, full pile with silky lustre, freshly washed and restored\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eUnderfloor heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSuitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eReference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e#15100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eResponsible Sourcing · Label STEP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDjoharian is a \u003cstrong\u003eLabel STEP certified dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e for fair-trade knotted rugs — a commitment to dignified working conditions and against child labour in rug production. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/label-step.org\/dealers\/djoharian-teppiche\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVisit the Label STEP entry for Djoharian Teppiche →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eDjoharian — Since 1967\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith roots in the Grand Carpet Bazaar of Tehran and more than five decades of experience in the international rug trade, Djoharian has specialised in antique, tribal and designer rugs since 1967. On \u003cstrong\u003e1stDibs we have been a verified seller since 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e with 5.0\/5 stars across 18 reviews and the “Recognized Dealer” badge. Our pieces have been featured in international film productions, including \u003cem\u003eSpencer\u003c\/em\u003e (2021) with Kristen Stewart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eService and Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece in the Djoharian Collection is expertly inspected in our atelier in Lohr am Main, professionally washed and shipped with a \u003cstrong\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e. We offer secure and fast worldwide shipping, fully insured, and personal consultation in our showroom or by video call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-top:40px;padding-top:25px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:0.8rem;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eSince 1967  |  1stDibs Recognized Dealer  |  Label STEP Certified\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Djoharian Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44468948435211,"sku":"15100","price":11500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/5721\/1781\/files\/15100-Ersari-rug-00.jpg?v=1689248600"},{"product_id":"palatial-ersari-turkmen-midcentury-rug-16x11-15518","title":"Palatial Ersari Turkmen Mid-Century Rug 16 × 11 ft (500 × 340 cm) Rust Red | 15518","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:800px;margin:0 auto;padding:25px;font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#222;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:30px 0 25px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-bottom:30px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.75rem;letter-spacing:3px;color:#8b0000;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eDjoharian Collection · Ersari Palatial\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch1 style=\"font-size:1.6rem;font-weight:300;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:2px;margin:0 0 15px;\"\u003ePalatial Ersari Turkmen Mid-Century Rug\u003cbr\u003e500 × 340 cm · Deep Rust-Red\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;color:#555;margin:0;\"\u003eOversized Güls in rhythmic rows on a deep rust-red ground, anchored by an integral kilim border on the short end — a palatial Turkmen piece in the most generous Mid-Century proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eTribal Heritage and Knotting Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErsari\u003c\/strong\u003e are one of the ten major Turkmen tribes of Central Asia, settled in the steppe between Merv in the west, Mazar-i-Sharif in the southeast and Bukhara in the north. Their settlement area spans Iran, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Bukhara was historically the principal trading hub for Turkmen rugs, which is why pieces from across the region were often grouped as “Bukhara rugs” — although the construction and knot density differ markedly from tribe to tribe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece was hand-knotted in the \u003cstrong\u003eborderland of northern Afghanistan between 1950 and 1970\u003c\/strong\u003e. It carries the signature Ersari grammar: \u003cstrong\u003eoversized Güls\u003c\/strong\u003e in rhythmic rows across the field, framed by wide multiple borders — star rosettes, meander bands and floral guard stripes — that are disproportionately generous compared to the inner field. A characteristic feature of this rug is the \u003cstrong\u003eintegral kilim flatweave border\u003c\/strong\u003e at one short end, adding approximately 30 cm and continuing the design tradition of Turkmen tribal weaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eColour and Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe field reads in a \u003cstrong\u003edeep, saturated rust-red and wine-red\u003c\/strong\u003e ground — the rich, glowing red that distinguishes the best Afghan Ersari work — carrying rows of oversized Güls in \u003cstrong\u003edeep indigo-blue, black-brown and warm orange-salmon\u003c\/strong\u003e, with small filler motifs between the medallions. The wide multiple borders frame the field with eight-pointed star rosettes and meander bands. The colour comes from natural and madder-based dyes, and the dense, lustrous wool gives the surface a deep, almost lacquered glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003ePresence in the Room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e500 × 340 cm total\u003c\/strong\u003e (16.0 m² knotted area plus kilim border, 17.0 m² overall) this is a true palatial format. Three contexts in which the Ersari reaches its full effect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrand living room:\u003c\/strong\u003e anchoring a large sofa group, the deep rust-red palette adds warmth and craft to interiors built around natural materials — wood, leather, linen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStately dining hall:\u003c\/strong\u003e under a long table for ten to fourteen, the rhythmic Gül rows read as a measured, architectural pattern from above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLibrary or reception room:\u003c\/strong\u003e the kilim border functions as a natural transition zone between the rug and the room — a quietly characterful detail in stately interiors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eA Collector Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine mid-century Ersari rugs in this palatial size, with full pile and undimmed natural colour, have become increasingly hard to find. As a rare, hand-knotted tribal piece in very good condition, with its characteristic integral kilim border intact, this is a true \u003cstrong\u003ecollector piece\u003c\/strong\u003e — supplied with a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;width:35%;color:#666;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eErsari Turkmen · oversized Gül rows with integral kilim border\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted in northern Afghanistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eWeave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted with integral flatweave kilim end\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eMaterial (pile)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e100% wool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eMaterial (warp \u0026amp; weft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e100% wool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eKnotted field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e470 × 340 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eTotal dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e500 × 340 cm (including kilim border)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eArea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e17.0 m² total (palatial format)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eEra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eMid-Century, c. 1950–1970\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eColours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eDeep rust-red, indigo-blue, orange-salmon, black-brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eVery good, full pile with silky lustre, freshly washed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eUnderfloor heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSuitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eReference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e#15518\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eResponsible Sourcing · Label STEP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDjoharian is a \u003cstrong\u003eLabel STEP certified dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e for fair-trade knotted rugs — a commitment to dignified working conditions and against child labour in rug production. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/label-step.org\/dealers\/djoharian-teppiche\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVisit the Label STEP entry for Djoharian Teppiche →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eDjoharian — Since 1967\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith roots in the Grand Carpet Bazaar of Tehran and more than five decades of experience in the international rug trade, Djoharian has specialised in antique, tribal and designer rugs since 1967. On \u003cstrong\u003e1stDibs we have been a verified seller since 2013\u003c\/strong\u003e with 5.0\/5 stars across 18 reviews and the “Recognized Dealer” badge. Our pieces have been featured in international film productions, including \u003cem\u003eSpencer\u003c\/em\u003e (2021) with Kristen Stewart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eService and Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece in the Djoharian Collection is expertly inspected in our atelier in Lohr am Main, professionally washed and shipped with a \u003cstrong\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e. We offer secure and fast worldwide shipping, fully insured, and personal consultation in our showroom or by video call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-top:40px;padding-top:25px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:0.8rem;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eSince 1967  |  1stDibs Recognized Dealer  |  Label STEP Certified\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Djoharian Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44549341118731,"sku":"15518","price":5990.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/5721\/1781\/files\/15518-ersari-vintage-rug-teppich-000.jpg?v=1693822408"},{"product_id":"vintage-ersari-turkoman-rug-10x7-300x224-15105","title":"Vintage Ersari Turkoman Rug 10 × 7 ft (300 × 224 cm) Hand-Knotted Wool | 15105","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:800px;margin:0 auto;padding:25px;font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#222;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:30px 0 25px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-bottom:30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.75rem;letter-spacing:3px;color:#8b0000;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eDjoharian Collection · Ersari Turkoman · Vintage Afghan Tribal\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"font-size:1.6rem;font-weight:300;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:2px;margin:0 0 15px;\"\u003eVintage Ersari Turkoman Rug\u003cbr\u003e10 × 7 ft · 300 × 224 cm\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;color:#555;margin:0;\"\u003eA vintage Afghan Ersari — rows of tribal Güls in muted earth tones on a warm camel ground, the classic “Gentlemen's Carpet.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eErsari — One of the Great Turkoman Tribes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eErsari\u003c\/strong\u003e are one of the ten legendary Turkmen tribes, whose ancestral lands span the steppes between Merv and Mazar-i-Sharif in northern Afghanistan. Their carpets are renowned for robust construction and the iconic \u003cstrong\u003eoctagonal Gül\u003c\/strong\u003e motif — a tribal emblem rendered with the discipline of urban workshops. In the late 19th century, Ersari rugs became known in Britain as “Gentlemen's Carpets,” preferred for mahogany libraries and smoking rooms. This vintage piece carries that lineage — hand-knotted wool with the muted tribal Gül drawing and warm earth-tone palette that defines the type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eColour and Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree columns of large octagonal \u003cstrong\u003eGüls\u003c\/strong\u003e are set in rows across a warm \u003cstrong\u003ecamel ground\u003c\/strong\u003e, each Gül worked in \u003cstrong\u003edark indigo-blue and black\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003erust, brick-brown and ivory\u003c\/strong\u003e detail, and small cruciform plant motifs scattered between them. The field is framed by multiple minor borders carrying zigzag, diamond and star motifs. The palette has the quiet, settled warmth of a genuine vintage Turkoman — earth tones softened by decades of use rather than the harder contrast of new production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003ePresence in the Room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 300 × 224 cm (6.7 m²) this is a generous large room-size rug. Three contexts in which it reaches its full effect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLibrary or study:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beneath leather chairs and dark wood, the Ersari Gül is in its native habitat — grounding, masculine, scholarly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiving room anchor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Under a sofa configuration, the muted earth palette establishes a quiet, dignified foundation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDining room for 8–10:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dense pile carries chair movement well, and the Gül pattern reads clearly from above.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;width:35%;color:#666;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e300 × 224 cm (9.8 × 7.3 ft) · 6.7 m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eErsari Turkoman tribe, northern Afghanistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e100% wool pile on wool foundation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eTechnique\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eTribal Turkoman Gül all-over field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eColours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eWarm camel ground, indigo-blue and black Güls, rust, brick-brown, ivory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eEra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eVintage, approx. 60–75 years (1950s–60s)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eVery good vintage condition with natural patina; one small professional restoration to the border. Professionally inspected and washed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eUnderfloor heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSuitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eReference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSKU 15105\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eResponsible Origin · Label STEP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDjoharian is a certified partner of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/label-step.org\/dealers\/djoharian-teppiche\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLabel STEP\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eDjoharian — Since 1967\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur family business was founded in 1967, with roots in the Grand Carpet Bazaar of Tehran.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-top:40px;padding-top:25px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:0.8rem;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eSince 1967  |  Label STEP Certified  |  Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Djoharian Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44610827256075,"sku":"15105","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/5721\/1781\/files\/15105-ersari-rug-00-300x224.jpg?v=1697194536"},{"product_id":"vintage-ersari-turkoman-rug-7x10-215x293-14465","title":"Vintage Ersari Turkoman Rug 10 × 7 ft (293 × 215 cm) Rust Red | 14465","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:800px;margin:0 auto;padding:25px;font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;color:#222;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:30px 0 25px;border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-bottom:30px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:0.75rem;letter-spacing:3px;color:#8b0000;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:12px;\"\u003eDjoharian Collection · Ersari Turkoman\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch1 style=\"font-size:1.6rem;font-weight:300;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:2px;margin:0 0 15px;\"\u003eVintage Ersari Turkoman Rug\u003cbr\u003e293 × 215 cm · Rust Red\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-style:italic;color:#555;margin:0;\"\u003eEight octagonal Güls on a glowing rust-red ground, framed by an unusually rich cassette border in light blue, ivory and olive — a hand-knotted Afghan “Gentlemen’s Carpet” in the Ersari tribal tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eTribal Heritage and Knotting Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage rug is a fine example of Turkoman tribal artistry. Originating in the nomadic heartlands between Merv and Mazar-i-Sharif, it represents the \u003cstrong\u003eErsari\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the ten major Turkmen tribes of Central Asia. The Ersari are known for their robust construction and their iconic geometric \u003cstrong\u003eGül\u003c\/strong\u003e motifs — the octagonal tribal medallions that march in rows across the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece was hand-knotted in \u003cstrong\u003enorthern Afghanistan, c. 1960s–1970s\u003c\/strong\u003e, from 100% pure virgin wool on a cotton-and-wool foundation. The field carries \u003cstrong\u003eeight large octagonal Güls\u003c\/strong\u003e on a deep rust-red ground; what sets this rug apart is its \u003cstrong\u003eunusually rich, above-average border system\u003c\/strong\u003e — a wide cassette frame of square panels, each holding a star rosette or medallion in light blue, ivory, olive-green and indigo, surrounded by further meander and floral guard stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eColour and Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base colour shifts gracefully between \u003cstrong\u003ebrick and rust\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on the light. Against this warm ground, the multiple borders bring an unusually lively palette for a Turkoman piece: \u003cstrong\u003esoft light blue, ivory, olive-green and deep indigo\u003c\/strong\u003e animate the cassette panels and star rosettes, with touches of salmon and madder red. The pile is dense pure wool with the deep, slightly lustrous handle of well-spun highland wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eThe Heritage of the “Gentlemen’s Carpet”\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Ersari rugs became famously known as \u003cstrong\u003e“Gentlemen’s Carpets.”\u003c\/strong\u003e They were the preferred choice for the mahogany-clad libraries and smoking rooms of British villas and estates. Their warm earth tones and powerful, octagonal Gül patterns provided the perfect backdrop for evenings of fine cigars and conversation — a tradition of timeless comfort that still resonates today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003ePresence in the Room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e293 × 215 cm (6.3 m²)\u003c\/strong\u003e this is a generous large-format rug. Three contexts in which it reaches its full effect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLibrary or study:\u003c\/strong\u003e the original home of the Gentlemen’s Carpet — pairing with leather, dark wood and books.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiving room:\u003c\/strong\u003e grounding a sofa group, the rust-red ground and lively borders add warmth and tribal character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern or industrial interior:\u003c\/strong\u003e the geometric Güls and rich borders provide a striking organic contrast to concrete, steel and reduced contemporary furniture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;width:35%;color:#666;\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eErsari Turkoman · octagonal Güls with rich cassette border\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted in northern Afghanistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eWeave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHand-knotted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eMaterial (pile)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e100% pure virgin wool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eMaterial (warp \u0026amp; weft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e100% wool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e293 × 215 cm (approx. 10 × 7 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eArea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e6.3 m² (large format)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eEra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eVintage, c. 1960s–1970s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eColours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eRust-red, brick, light blue, ivory, olive, indigo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eExcellent, full pile with age-appropriate character\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eUnderfloor heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eSuitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;color:#666;\"\u003eReference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e#14465\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eResponsible Sourcing · Label STEP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDjoharian is a \u003cstrong\u003eLabel STEP certified dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e for fair-trade knotted rugs — a commitment to dignified working conditions and against child labour in rug production. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/label-step.org\/dealers\/djoharian-teppiche\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVisit the Label STEP entry for Djoharian Teppiche →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eDjoharian — Since 1967\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith roots in the Grand Carpet Bazaar of Tehran and more than five decades of experience in the international rug trade, Djoharian has specialised in antique, tribal and designer rugs since 1967.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:1.15rem;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;margin-top:35px;\"\u003eService and Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece in the Djoharian Collection is expertly inspected in our atelier in Lohr am Main, professionally washed and shipped with a \u003cstrong\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e. We offer secure and fast worldwide shipping, fully insured, and personal consultation in our showroom or by video call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin-top:40px;padding-top:25px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color:#8b0000;font-size:0.8rem;letter-spacing:2px;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eSince 1967  |  Grand Carpet Bazaar Tehran  |  Label STEP Certified\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Djoharian Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44685725729035,"sku":"14465","price":1290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/5721\/1781\/files\/Ersari_Rug_Afghan_vintage_9.6_x_7_ft_hand_knotted_wool._Ersari_Teppich_vintage_Wolle._Ersari_tapis_ancien_laine..jpg?v=1748423679"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/5721\/1781\/collections\/15100-Ersari-rug-00.jpg?v=1689342047","url":"https:\/\/the-rug-merchant.com\/en-gb\/collections\/ersari-rugs.oembed","provider":"Djoharian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}