Borchalu Rug

Borchelu rugs originate from Borchelu, a Kurdish district in northwestern Iran. Borchelu produces absolutely magnificent tribal rugs. Their predominantly long, narrow shape lends itself for use as a rug runner. Borchelu rugs are hand woven with great care by nomadic tribes living in remote areas, far away from modern civilization. Borchelu is one of the few places where single wefted rugs are tied with asymmetrical knots. Weaving is done by the women of the tribe. They educate their daughters in the age old craft of rug weaving and continue to pass down this delicate art from generation to generation. A mother and daughter may work diligently for several months to complete a single rug runner.