Bokhara Royal Tekke red bokhara rug Like a ray of sunshine

Like a ray of sunshine

These ÒButterfly GulsÓ are repeated in rows and columns throughout the carpets field and border

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They are differentiated by their intricate octagonal figures containing a smaller octagon or diamond inside

Unlike the Tekke

Bokhara Royal Tekke red bokhara rug Like a ray of sunshineRoyal Bokharas, also called Tekke Bokharas since the mid 19th century, are what most people imagine when we refer to Bokharas in general. They are similar to Mauri Bokharas, with their symmetrical columns of elephants foot motifs (gul designs), but are distinguished by the addition of butterfly shaped figures that alternate within guls. These rugs are one of the most popular types of hand knotted carpets in the world due to their soft and silky feel