Shaal
About this collection
Looking to buy a Shaal rug? Every Shaal here is a genuine hand-knotted, one-of-a-kind piece soft tribal wool with flowing, cascading all-over designs in warm color. Sold maker-direct by a family of weavers and curators since 1970, shipped free across the U.S. Every product page states the rug’s real origin and age.
Explore the full Rug Encyclopedia to compare weaves, or book a showroom viewing or a live video call before you decide.
You can buy authentic hand-knotted Shaal rugs directly from Arteverk — a Houston family of rug makers and curators, selling maker-direct since 1970. Every Shaal rug here is a genuine one-of-a-kind piece, viewable in our Houston showroom or by live video and shipped free across the U.S.
About Shaal Rugs
Shaal rugs bring the fine, intricate paisley patterning of a Kashmiri shawl into hand-knotted Afghan wool — richly colored and beautifully detailed.
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The Smoke Psalm
The Sable Ridge
The Driftwood Steppe
The Smoke Loom
The Bracken Trove
The Driftwood Ridge
The Fern Thicket
The Clay Cloister
The Storm Meridian
The Celadon Procession
The Indigo Steppe
Common questions about Shaal
Where can I buy an authentic hand-knotted Shaal rug?
From Arteverk — a Houston family of rug makers and curators, maker-direct since 1970, with a showroom, live video walkthroughs and free nationwide shipping. Every Shaal rug we carry is a genuine hand-knotted, one-of-a-kind piece.
Are these Shaal rugs hand-knotted?
Yes — every Shaal rug here is genuinely hand-knotted in wool, tied knot by knot by hand. The construction, origin and age are stated on every product page.
What makes a Shaal rug valuable?
Its hand-knotting, the quality of the wool, the finesse of the weave, its size and its age. Because each is one of a kind, the current price is shown on every rug.
What sizes do Shaal rugs come in?
From small accents through room sizes like 8x10 and 9x12 up to oversize pieces and runners — use the size filter above, or ask us to source a specific size.