3x5 Afghan War Rug Ahmad Shah Massoud Portrait Hand Knotted Wool Carpet

Enhance your home decor or personal collection with this authentic, hand-knotted Afghan pictorial war rug. Woven from high-quality natural wool, this captivating piece serves as a remarkable piece of woven folk art and history, functioning beautifully as either a highly durable floor accent or a striking wall tapestry.

Exact Item Specifications

Exact Size: 2 Ft 10 In x 4 Ft 10 In (2.10 x 4.10)
General Size Category: 3x5 Area Rug / Wall Tapestry
Primary Colors: Deep Burgundy/Plum, Navy Blue, Cream/Beige, Brown, Multi-Color Accents
Material: 100% Hand-Spun Wool Pile, Cotton Foundation
Weave Type: Hand-Knotted / Handmade
Style/Origin: Afghan War Rug / Historical Pictorial
Design/Pattern: Portrait of Ahmad Shah Massoud / Helicopter and Tank War Motifs
Condition: Excellent Quality Condition, Clean and Ready to Display

Design & Quality

This unique Oriental rug features a highly detailed, historical pictorial portrait of the revered Afghan commander Ahmad Shah Massoud depicted in a kneeling profile. What makes this piece highly collectible is the inclusion of iconic "war rug" motifs woven into the bottom borders, featuring distinct, stylized helicopters and tanks. Because it is a densely hand-knotted piece, it is an exceptionally durable and entirely one-of-a-kind artistic textile.

Ideal Room Placement

With its versatile 2.10 x 4.10 size category and profound historical significance, this wool carpet is perfect as a statement piece in a study, library, or office. It is highly recommended to be hung on a wall as a textile tapestry, but it can also be used as a unique accent rug in a low-traffic area.

Please Note: Colors may vary slightly depending on your monitor and room lighting. Please refer to the attached image (reference file IMG_2024.jpg) for the closest representation of the rug's intricate portrait details, military woven motifs, color palette, and dense hand-knotting.