Antique Baluch Afghanistan Allover Geometric Hand Knotted Pile Rug
| Stock number | 25934 |
| Size | 7 ft 8 in x 11 ft 7 in (2.34 m x 3.53 m) |
| Origin | Afghanistan |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Baluch |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique Baluch Afghanistan Allover Geometric Hand Knotted Pile Rug, Country of Origin: Afghanistan, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional late 19th-century weaving exemplifies the precise, nomadic artistry characteristic of baluch rugs. The central field is structured by a grid of repeating, diamond-shaped medallions, each densely packed with smaller, intricate geometric motifs rendered in deep madder and indigo dyes. The palette is dominated by saturated tones of rust, aubergine, and a profound, inky blue. The subtle abrasions and variations in hue across the surface testify to the rug's considerable age and the quality of the natural dyes used, making it a compelling piece among blue color rugs. Woven in the region of Afghanistan, this piece showcases the highly skilled, tight knotting tradition essential to tribal production.