{"product_id":"hand-knotted-afghan-war-kilim-rug-2-8-x-4-6-no-al38145","title":"Hand-Knotted Afghan War Kilim Rug 2' 8\" x 4' 6\" - No. AL38145","description":"\u003cp\u003eOwn a remarkable piece of contemporary history with this hand-knotted Afghan \u003cstrong\u003eWar Rug\u003c\/strong\u003e. Measuring 2' 8\" x 4' 6\" ft, this ivory rug is crafted from 100% wool by Afghan artisans who have transformed the experience of decades of conflict into a unique and deeply expressive art form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfghan war rugs emerged in the 1980s as a response to the Soviet-Afghan War and have continued to evolve through subsequent conflicts. Weavers incorporated imagery of tanks, helicopters, weapons, and military motifs into traditional rug designs — creating powerful historical documents woven in wool. Today, these rugs are collected by museums, galleries, and collectors worldwide as significant examples of folk art and cultural expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Afghan War Rugs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique contemporary folk art tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-knotted by Afghan artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorically significant collectible pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach rug tells a unique story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium 100% wool construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree shipping worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWar rugs make fascinating conversation pieces and are increasingly sought after by collectors and design enthusiasts who appreciate their historical significance and artistic merit. Display as a wall hanging or use as a floor covering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our collection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tribal-rug\"\u003eAfghan tribal rugs\u003c\/a\u003e and explore our wider range of \u003ca href=\"\/search?q=war\"\u003ewar rugs\u003c\/a\u003e. Shop by size: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3-x-5\"\u003e3' x 5'\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/4-x-6\"\u003e4' x 6'\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ALR_NEW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47413250883735,"sku":"AL38145","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/5865\/8363\/files\/G24429-136x82.jpg?v=1773979930","url":"https:\/\/alrug.com\/products\/hand-knotted-afghan-war-kilim-rug-2-8-x-4-6-no-al38145","provider":"ALRUG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}