A superb semi-antique Baluch rug with a Mother camel and her calf. The mother has been profusely decorated with an elaborate saddle and its rugs. She also has the traditional Baluch camel bands and adorments around the neck. Her face has been woven in a very realistic manner. The baby is behind her mum and it has a single decoration around its neck, perhaps a bell. The border is decorated with plenty of small motifs, to be noted the boteh (paysley motif). This rug is very finelly woven with a high knot density.
Material: 100% hand-spun sheep wool
Size: 136×86 cms
Origin: Baluch tribe, Afghanistan
Date of weaving: 1960s
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 | 3.2 kg |
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