The Garden of Rustam – Kashmiri Silk Runner 2.5x7ft

The The Garden of Rustam, Kashmiri Silk Runner 2.5x7ft is a silk rug made by artisans in Kashmir, bringing colour, texture and heritage to a living room, hallway or bedroom.

Key features

• Handmade in Kashmir by skilled artisans
• Technique: Made by Kashmiri artisans
• Size: 2.5x7ft
• Sold by Kash Crafts UK, Newport, South Wales

About this piece

🏡 Product Description:

Step into a legacy of craftsmanship with The Garden of Rustam, a hand-knotted silk-on-cotton runner from the heart of Kashmir. Measuring 2.5ft x 7ft, this exquisite piece is a tribute to the Persian Kashmar tradition—where every vine and blossom whispers stories of ancient gardens and heroic epics.

• 🌺 Design Origin: Inspired by the Kashmar school of Persian rug-making, known for its symmetrical floral motifs and storytelling through pattern.

• 🧵 Material: Pure natural silk pile on a durable cotton foundation—luxurious to the touch, resilient underfoot.

• 🎨 Palette: Deep ruby red field with accents of ivory, jade green, and sapphire blue. The border frames the central design like a manuscript’s gilded edge.

• 🖐️ Craftsmanship: Hand-knotted by master artisans in Kashmir using time-honored techniques passed down through generations.

• 🏠 Ideal Placement: Perfect for hallways, entryways, or as a statement piece in layered interior styling.

• 🕊️ Symbolism: The floral motifs evoke the mythical gardens of Rustam, the Persian hero from the Shahnameh, blending beauty with quiet strength.

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✨ Why You’ll Love It:

This runner isn’t just a floor covering—it’s a woven narrative. Whether you’re curating a heritage-inspired home or gifting a piece of Kashmir’s soul, The Garden of Rustam brings warmth, elegance, and timeless artistry to your space.

History – This Kashmiri silk-on-cotton runner draws clear inspiration from Persian Kashmar designs—particularly those developed during the Safavid dynasty, which emphasized symmetry, storytelling, and botanical elegance. The red field and ornate border echo the Zir Khaki style, often used to depict mythological and historical scenes through floral abstraction.

Kash Crafts UK is a family business based in Newport, South Wales, selling handcrafted Kashmiri scarves, shawls, rugs, wall hangings, bags and home decor.