This Afghan runner has a cotton foundation and a wool pile. It has a chunky 80 knots per square inch.

With their straightforward red and black colour-scheme, low knot-count and deceptively simple patterns, Afghan Aqcha rugs are perfect for adding a splash of tribal charm on a modest budget. The ubiquitous “fil-pai” pattern is often likened to elephant footprints given their size and shape, a talking-point which adds a lot of character to the rug. These unassuming pieces work very well as part of a refined, contemporary colour-scheme or in a more complex traditional arrangement.