Kazak Rugs

Buy Kazak rugs online: hand-knotted oriental rugs with Caucasian design

Kazak rugs are artful hand-knotted rugs that originate in the southern Caucasus region, in the border area of today’s Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan. There they were traditionally knotted by villagers; their heyday was in the 18th and 19th centuries. Their beauty, uniqueness and value make them an artistic and cultural treasure. Today, the rugs are made in Pakistan and Afghanistan, among other places.

Hand-knotted Kazak rugs made of new wool

These legendary rugs are made from hand-spun wool and natural plant dyes. The natural dyes create colour variations that give the rug a special depth. Over the centuries, the designs developed and spread throughout the Caucasus. Their bold geometric patterns are particularly striking. Kazak rugs are by nature rather coarsely knotted: at a higher knot density (up to approx. 180,000 knots/m²) the patterns are more clearly drawn, while at a lower density (from approx. 80,000 knots/m²) the shapes look coarser and more rustic.

When you buy a Kazak rug, you always get high-quality, durable and decorative handwork. If you are not very familiar with hand-knotted rugs, you can recognise it as follows:

You can tell the quality of hand-knotted rugs by turning them over. Machine-woven rugs have perfect, completely identical stitches. On a hand-knotted rug, the pattern is clearly visible on the back and the individual knots show small irregularities. Make sure you have enough light when you inspect the rug.

Antique patterns and designs

Kazak rugs also impress with their variety of naturally beautiful, strong colours. Besides classic red, beige is often the ground colour, combined with contrasting tones such as aquamarine, indigo blue and rust red. There are no limits to the knotters’ imagination. Among the many patterns and colours, which vary from tribe to tribe or village to village, the medallion and the tree of life are popular designs.

Besides traditional forms, Kazak rugs also feature motifs of particular tribes, reflecting their cultural diversity. Every rug is unique and no two are alike. But they all have one thing in common: they are richly detailed and stylishly patterned.

Kazaks in modern interiors

Kazak rugs can enhance both traditional and modern rooms. They are available in numerous colours, sizes and patterns. Whether in the dining room, hallway or bedroom, with their wonderful motifs and radiant colours they are a colourful eye-catcher and complement any room with their noble, antique charm. The timeless beauty of an oriental rug will delight you every day. Accent rugs such as small rugs, runners or kilims go well with Kazaks.

Traditionally and painstakingly knotted by hand, Kazak rugs have covered the floors of palaces, churches and houses since the 18th century. Antique or as new, round or square – a Kazak rug from Morgenland is a timeless object of value.

Where to buy authentic Kazaks

It is advisable to buy from renowned galleries, dealers or online retailers. You will of course also find high-quality hand-knotted Kazak rugs in our Morgenland shop.

Caring for your Kazak rug

Regular vacuuming, professional cleaning and the right way of dealing with stains all contribute to the rug’s longevity. Also avoid direct sunlight to prevent fading.

Treat a stain quickly and carefully with a damp cloth, and never rub it deeper into the rug. For stubborn stains, consider professional rug cleaning.

Conclusion

With their uniqueness and history, Kazak rugs are a valued addition to any home and any collection. We warmly invite you to discover our impressive selection of Kazak rugs in our online shop.