Description
Construction: Hand-knotted
Design Name: Afghan Soviet Revolutionary Propaganda
Material: 100% Wool
Thickness: Approx. 0.35″
Size: 1'8" x 4'5" (0.51m x 1.35m)
Made in: Afghanistan
Rug Type: Accent Rug / Collector Piece
This rare vintage Afghan war rug was hand-knotted in 1359 Shamsi (1980 AD) during the Soviet-Afghan period. It features rich red tones and iconic Soviet-era propaganda motifs, including the hammer and sickle, five-pointed star, and stylized wheat sheaves, symbolizing the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan under Soviet influence. Inscriptions in Dari and Pashto script record political slogans of the era, making this a highly collectible artifact of Cold War history in Central Asia.
Woven from hand-spun Afghan wool, this propaganda carpet blends traditional weaving craftsmanship with rare historical subject matter. Perfect for display in a political memorabilia collection, museum setting, or as a conversation piece in a home or office.
Rug ID: KHLQ-A1
Professionally cleaned and conditioned for retail. Displays minor age-related character consistent with its vintage nature.
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