A 1940s balisht or pillow case with a strong pattern consisting of three interlocked medallions that occupy the central part of the balisht. The border is geometric and stands out against the ivory undyed wool. The wool is soft and shinny and all the dyes are natural. The back of this balisht has been woven with kilim technique.
Material: 100% hand-spun sheep wool
Size: 100×52 cms
Origin: Baluch tribe, Afghanistan
Date of weaving: 1940s
The pushti or balisht is a small narrow knotted and piled fronted bag used as a cushion or pillow. It is filled with down or cotton and then open and closed. It is then used as a back pillow or cushion.
The Baloch or Baluch are an Iranian people who live mainly in the Balochistan region, located at the southeasternmost edge of the Iranian plateau, encompassing the countries of Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan. There are also Baloch diaspora communities in neighbouring regions, including in India, Turkmenistan and the Arabian Peninsula.
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Weight | 1.9 kg |
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