Authenticity
Every rug comes with a certificate of origin, detailing its weaver, region, and techniques used.
Three Generations
One Passion
WHO WE ARE
A Family Business Built on Craft
Rehman Qul, a respected figure in the rug trade, founded our family business more than 50 years ago. Today, as a third-generation family company, we continue to build on his legacy through a commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and exceptional service.
Beyond our dedication to our clients, we are proud to support and empower Afghan women in northern Afghanistan by creating opportunities for them to use their traditional weaving skills. Each rug represents more than craftsmanship—it carries a story of heritage, resilience, and meaningful support for the communities behind its creation.
Since 1948
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Our Core Values
Sustainability
We use natural wool and plant-based dyes. Our supply chain is traceable from animal to home.
Fair Trade
Artisans receive above-market wages and health benefits. Craft is sustainable when weavers thrive.
Longevity
Our rugs are designed to outlast generations, with lasting care for every hand-knotted piece.
CHAPTER ONE
Our Heritage
For three generations, the Afghan Tappeti family has curated the finest hand-knotted rugs from nomadic tribes and urban master-weavers of Herat and Persia.
Each rug is more than a floor covering; it is a repository of history, featuring motifs passed down through centuries.
CRAFTSMANSHIP
The Art of Hand-Knotting
Every rug in our collection is 100% hand-knotted—never machine-made. A single Afghan Tappeti can take up to 14 months to complete, creating an authentic handcrafted heirloom rather than a factory product.
Natural Pigments
We use organic dyes derived from madder root, pomegranate rinds, and indigo—colors that age gracefully over decades.
The Loom
Every rug begins on a vertical loom, where the weaver translates a mental map into intricate physical patterns, knot by knot.
Final Shearing
After weaving, the rug is sheared and washed to bring out the natural lustre of the wool.
HISTORY
Our Journey
1948
Ali Ariya opens his first carpet shop in Tehran, hand-selecting pieces from village weavers across Iran.
1992
A new generation carries the family tradition forward, expanding relationships with master weavers.
2009
The family collection grows, bringing authentic Afghan craftsmanship to homes across Europe.
2019
Afghan Tappeti continues the legacy with a renewed commitment to artisans, heritage, and timeless design.
“A rug is the soul of the room. It anchors the space and carries the echoes of ancient winds.”
Javad Tappeti, Founder