Rug - 137 cm - 130 cm - Baluch Afghan






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Baluch Afghan rug, 137 × 130 cm, wool on cotton, country of origin Pakistan, hand-knotted, from the 21st century, in very good condition and professionally cleaned.
Description from the seller
Pile: % Wool
Weft & Warp: 100% Cotton
Quality: Hand-knotted
Knot count: approx. 160,000 / m2
Pile height: 8 mm
Origin: Afghanistan
The Baluch carpets (also Belutsch) originate from a nomadic people from the Baluchistan region, a border area between Afghanistan and Pakistan. They live from agriculture, rug production, as well as sheep-, goat- and camel husbandry. Traditionally the carpets are made from sheep wool or goat hair from the tribes' own flocks. Due to their tribal origin the carpets are usually smaller because of the high transport needs, have geometric patterns or stylized floral motifs and are hand-knotted. The classic dark red, brown or blue backgrounds are often contrasted with vivid patterns in white, ivory, yellow or orange tones. Baluch carpets are relatively thin, but rather densely woven, which makes them soft and flexible. Perfect for daily use and a lot of movement. Even today these carpets still offer an excellent price-performance ratio as well as outstanding durability.
Pile: % Wool
Weft & Warp: 100% Cotton
Quality: Hand-knotted
Knot count: approx. 160,000 / m2
Pile height: 8 mm
Origin: Afghanistan
The Baluch carpets (also Belutsch) originate from a nomadic people from the Baluchistan region, a border area between Afghanistan and Pakistan. They live from agriculture, rug production, as well as sheep-, goat- and camel husbandry. Traditionally the carpets are made from sheep wool or goat hair from the tribes' own flocks. Due to their tribal origin the carpets are usually smaller because of the high transport needs, have geometric patterns or stylized floral motifs and are hand-knotted. The classic dark red, brown or blue backgrounds are often contrasted with vivid patterns in white, ivory, yellow or orange tones. Baluch carpets are relatively thin, but rather densely woven, which makes them soft and flexible. Perfect for daily use and a lot of movement. Even today these carpets still offer an excellent price-performance ratio as well as outstanding durability.
