One-of-a-kind

Bokhara 2plyHand KnottedRug

Black / Dark greyRunner77 x 302 cm

Bokhara rugs take their name from the ancient Silk Road city of Bukhara in Central Asia, a legendary trading hub where nomadic and settled weaving traditions met and flourished. Over generations, Turkmen artisans migrated across the region, bringing their distinctive design vocabulary with them, and today some of the finest examples of these classic rugs are skilfully crafted in Pakistan.

The term 2ply in the construction refers to the use of two individual strands of wool twisted together before being knotted into the pile. This technique produces a significantly denser, more lustrous, and longer-lasting surface compared to single-ply alternatives, ensuring the rug maintains its rich appearance and soft touch over time.

Visually, Bokhara rugs are celebrated for their signature gul motifs, which are repeating octagonal or elephant-foot medallions arranged in neat rows across the field. Enclosed by orderly geometric borders, this harmonious layout creates a balanced look that brings quiet elegance to traditional and classic interiors.

Owning a rug from this respected tradition means acquiring a piece of living heritage rooted in centuries of hand-craftsmanship. It represents a connection to the skilled hands of weavers who preserve historical techniques, offering both lasting quality and genuine cultural weight for your home.

This runner is meticulously hand-knotted by skilled artisans who tie each knot individually by hand onto the foundation. A craft of this scale and precision requires months of dedicated human labour, resulting in a durable and tightly constructed floor covering that simply cannot be replicated by a machine.

With a knot density of 250,000 knots per square metre across its 302 x 77 cm dimensions, artisans have set approximately 5,800,000 individual knots into the rug. This remarkable count demands immense patience and skill, directly influencing the crispness of the geometric motifs and the long-term integrity of the wool pile.

Weighing 5.8 kg, the dense construction reflects the generous amount of natural wool and careful hand-work invested in its creation. Every stage of the process speaks to traditional artisan techniques passed down through generations, ensuring a finished piece of lasting quality.