Afghan Baluch Prayer Rug – 135 × 84 cm (without fringes) – Wool on Wool – ca. 1980s – Afghanistan Description: Hand-knotted Afghan Baluch prayer rug featuring a stylized mosque motif, symbolizing the Mihrab (prayer niche) with minaret structures. Wool on wool foundation, fully handmade using traditional symmetrical knots. Deep red, dark indigo, ivory, and rust tones typical of Baluch tribal weaving from the Herat–Mazar-i-Sharif region. Finely woven, with short pile and soft aged wool showing a pleasant patina. Ideal as a collectible, wall hanging, or decorative piece. Features: - Origin: Afghanistan - Tribe/Type: Baluch (Herat / Mazar-i-Sharif region) - Period: circa 1980s - Technique: Hand-knotted, wool on wool - Colors: Red, dark blue/black, ivory, rust, brown - Design: Mosque / Mihrab (Prayer rug) Condition: Very good vintage condition, minor age-related patina consistent with age. Clean and ready for use. Dimensions: - 135 × 84 cm (without fringes) - Fringes: approx. 12 cm each side Features: - 100% handmade - Traditional Afghan Beluch pattern - Soft handspun wool - Naturally aged surface with fine tribal detailing Shipping: The item will be shipped via local courier service within approximately 15 days after payment. Delivery customs fees may vary depending on your country. These charges are based on weight rather than packaging, and neither Catawiki nor the seller determines or analyses them; they depend entirely on your country’s customs system. Please note that customs fees may apply upon delivery depending on your country.