Antique Tribal Geometric Persian Baluch Wool Pile Hand Knotted Rug - Blue , Brown Earth Tone , Red
$2,250.00
| Stock number | 5504 |
| Size | 3 ft 2 in x 4 ft 5 in (0.97 m x 1.35 m) |
| Origin | Persia / Iran |
| Age | Circa 1880 |
| Style | Baluch |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue, Brown Earth Tone, Red / Rust |
| Pattern | Geometric, Medallion |
Antique Baluch Wool Blue , Brown Earth Tone , Red Hand Knotted Pile Rug, Circa Date: 1880s. This compelling example of 19th-century tribal artistry represents the finest traditions of baluch rugs. Its dense, hand-knotted wool pile speaks to the enduring quality and collectible nature of these exceptional antique rugs. The masterfully executed palette relies on a dense, near-black ground that provides a dramatic contrast for the saturated secondary colors. Striking accents of deep blue and brown earth tone frame the central design, but it is the rare and vibrant use of red that defines this piece's unique character and visual warmth. The field is dominated by a powerful, repeating lattice of serrated diamonds, filled with intricate stylized motifs and hook elements.