Complimentary delivery, Australia & worldwide · 30-day returns
Complimentary worldwide delivery
Complimentary delivery, Australia & worldwide · 30-day returns
Complimentary worldwide delivery
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The Mori Bokhara Rug Story
The 1950’s and 60’s saw large quantities of finely woven rugs appearing on the European and UK markets, seemingly out of nowhere.
Turned out it was the USSR dumping the rugs of the Central Asian Turkmen during a collective farm program.
As fine as the Persians at a fraction of the price, these Turkoman rugs, called Bokhara after the market city, became a staple of private clubs and well to do homes.
Many Turkmen had left the USSR and seeing the commercial success of their own traditions found a sympathetic weaving culture in modern Pakistan. This Persianate/Mughal culture had the technology, the traditional expertise, and the capital to copy the Bokhara, and in great quantity.
A good friend’s father, the esteemed Mohd Ilyas Butt, would send a 40foot container every few days to the doyen of London merchants, Mr Kelaty, such was the demand.
From those heady days of quality to today’s cheap copies, we find the best are still around Sangla Hill, near Lahore, sourced by Ilyas’ son Bilal Butt. The wool is fine Argentine Merino, spun in 3 ply and knotted into luxury with fine Persian knots.
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Our rugs are part of a tradition stretching back thousands of years. Explore our complimentary collection of essays on rug history, dyes, symbolism, weaving traditions and the cultures behind the rugs we sell.
Two generations of the same family, still choosing every rug.
We source each rug individually, with respect for its genuine nature, condition and artistry.
Every rug is professionally washed and checked.
To your door, anywhere in the world.
Want more photos, a video in daylight, or a second opinion on size and colour? We’ve been doing this for fifty years and we’re happy to talk it through.
02 6687 2424 · [email protected]
Or visit our showroom at 11 Byron St, Bangalow.
We photograph our rugs in real rooms and natural light, so you see them as they are. Screens vary, so if you’d like a video or more photos before you decide, just ask.
Preferably sweep with a stiff straw broom. Vacuum only lightly, in the direction of the pile, not against the grain.
Don’t be too precious. Our rugs are pure top-grade wool and virtually indestructible; there are many antique rugs still going strong today. Just stay natural, with no modern chemical cleaners or machines, and return your rug to us for a complete wash every few years.
PS Some rugs enjoy a picnic!
Yes. Call ahead and we’ll have it ready for you at our Bangalow showroom, 11 Byron St.
