Rug - 148 cm - 83 cm - Baluch Afghan
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Baluch Afghan model from Pakistan, a hand-knotted wool-on-cotton rug measuring 148 cm by 83 cm with an 8 mm pile height, dating to the 21st century and in very good condition, professionally cleaned.
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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 Belutch) come from a nomadic ethnic group from the Baluchistan region, a border area between Afghanistan and Pakistan. They live from agriculture, carpet production, as well as sheep, goat, and camel husbandry. Traditionally the carpets are made from sheep wool or goat hair by the tribes’ own flocks. Due to their tribal origin, the carpets are usually smaller because of the high transport needs, feature geometric patterns or stylized floral motifs, and are hand-knotted. The classic dark red, brown, or blue backgrounds are often contrasted with vibrant patterns in white, ivory, yellow, or orange tones. Baluch carpets are comparatively thin, yet rather densely woven, making them soft and flexible. Perfect for daily use and with 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 Belutch) come from a nomadic ethnic group from the Baluchistan region, a border area between Afghanistan and Pakistan. They live from agriculture, carpet production, as well as sheep, goat, and camel husbandry. Traditionally the carpets are made from sheep wool or goat hair by the tribes’ own flocks. Due to their tribal origin, the carpets are usually smaller because of the high transport needs, feature geometric patterns or stylized floral motifs, and are hand-knotted. The classic dark red, brown, or blue backgrounds are often contrasted with vibrant patterns in white, ivory, yellow, or orange tones. Baluch carpets are comparatively thin, yet rather densely woven, making them soft and flexible. Perfect for daily use and with a lot of movement. Even today these carpets still offer an excellent price–performance ratio as well as outstanding durability.
Details
Era
After 2000
Title additional information
Baluch Afghan
Nr of items
1
Length
148 cm
Width
83 cm
Material
Wool on cotton
Country of origin
Pakistan
Condition
In very good condition
Professionally cleaned
Yes
Manufacturing period
21st century
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