The Mazar-e-Sharif Ivory Wheat Legacy | Hand-Knotted Afghan Wool Carpet

An authentic hand-knotted Afghan wool carpet featuring a traditional Wheat Pattern, created from 100% natural Afghan wool by skilled artisans in Mazar-e-Sharif.

Some carpets decorate a room. This one carries a tradition into it.

The Story of This Carpet

Rooted in the weaving traditions of Northern Afghanistan, the Mazar-e-Sharif Wheat Legacy expresses cultural craftsmanship through thousands of individually hand-tied knots. Its traditional Wheat Pattern unfolds across a deep navy field, where repeating burgundy and warm ivory medallions establish a disciplined visual rhythm.

Stylized botanical and geometric forms connect the composition, while antique gold, rust, forest green and dark-blue accents add richness and dimension. Layered surrounding borders frame the field with architectural clarity, balancing the ornament and giving the carpet a strong, refined presence.

Each carpet is hand-knotted in Mazar-e-Sharif by a team of three to five experienced Afghan artisans over approximately three months. At a density of 40 × 40 knots per 10 cm—approximately 160,000 knots per square metre—the construction reflects the time, precision and human skill behind authentic Afghan carpet-making.

Specifications

• Pattern: Traditional Wheat Pattern
• Design: Traditional Regional Design
• Material: 100% Natural Afghan Wool
• Technique: Hand-Knotted
• Knot Density: 40 × 40 knots per 10 cm—approximately 160,000 knots per m²
• Crafted By: Three to five experienced Afghan artisans
• Production Time: Approximately three months
• Origin: Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan
• Condition: Brand New / Never Used
• Background Colour: Deep Navy / Midnight Blue
• Accent Colours: Burgundy, warm ivory, antique gold, rust, forest green and dark blue
• Available Sizes: 3 m², 6 m², 9 m², 12 m², 15 m², 20 m² and 24 m²

Why Collectors and Interior Designers Choose It

Entirely Hand-Knotted: Every knot is individually tied using traditional Afghan techniques, giving each carpet the character and individuality of genuine handmade work.

Natural Afghan Wool: Afghan wool is valued for its resilience, warmth, tactile texture and ability to develop character beautifully over time.

Distinctive Wheat Pattern: Repeating medallions and carefully organized botanical and geometric details create a strong visual rhythm without depending on one dominant central motif.

Multiple Scales Available: Seven available areas—from 3 m² to 24 m²—allow the design to serve intimate residential rooms, substantial reception areas and larger professional projects.

Because each carpet is individually handmade, subtle variations in knotting, texture and colour placement may naturally occur. These distinctions are part of authentic hand-knotted craftsmanship, not manufacturing defects.

Imagine This Carpet in Your Home

The deep navy field gives the Wheat Legacy a calm architectural foundation, while burgundy, ivory, antique-gold, rust and forest-green details introduce warmth and depth. Its palette pairs naturally with walnut, dark oak, cognac leather, aged brass, natural stone, cream upholstery and warm neutral walls.

In a contemporary interior, the carpet introduces heritage and ornament within a restrained setting. In a traditional or collected space, its medallions and layered borders complement antiques, darker woods and textured furnishings. Smaller sizes can define a study, bedroom or intimate seating area, while larger formats can establish a living room, dining room, reception space or hospitality interior.

Authenticity and Provenance

Golden Loom Afghanistan works directly with Afghan artisans and carefully inspects every carpet before dispatch. The carpet’s Mazar-e-Sharif origin, natural wool, hand-knotting technique and individual characteristics form part of its permanent story.

Meet the Artisans

A team of three to five experienced Afghan artisans creates each Wheat Legacy carpet over approximately three months. Their work reflects techniques carried through families and weaving communities, transforming natural wool into a piece shaped by patience, precision and inherited knowledge.

Why Buy Directly from Golden Loom Afghanistan?

Buying from Golden Loom offers a closer connection to the carpet’s source and the artisans behind the craft. Each carpet is individually reviewed, supported by dedicated assistance and professionally prepared for insured international delivery.

Certificate of Authenticity

Every Wheat Legacy carpet is accompanied by a Golden Loom Afghanistan Certificate of Authenticity documenting the individually handcrafted piece, including its origin, material, selected size, knot density and craftsmanship.

The Golden Loom Promise

• Authentic Afghan craftsmanship
• 100% natural Afghan wool
• Carefully inspected before dispatch
• Certificate of Authenticity included
• Tracked and insured delivery to supported destinations
• Dedicated assistance before and after purchase

Commission a Custom Piece

Golden Loom Afghanistan works directly with Afghan artisans to create selected bespoke hand-knotted carpets in custom dimensions, colours and compositions. Contact us to discuss a residential, hospitality or interior-design project.

Shipping & Delivery

We ship internationally from Kabul, Afghanistan through trusted courier partners, including DHL and FedEx where available. Delivery to supported destinations is estimated at approximately 7–21 business days, depending on customs processing and courier availability. Each carpet is carefully rolled, protected and professionally packed, with tracking provided after dispatch.

A Message from Golden Loom

The Mazar-e-Sharif Wheat Legacy is more than a floor covering. It carries the patience, pattern language and hand-knotting knowledge of Northern Afghanistan into a new generation of interiors. By choosing authentic Afghan craftsmanship, you help sustain traditional weaving and support the artisans carrying this heritage forward.

Golden Loom Afghanistan
Crafted by Afghanistan. Admired by the World.