Baluch Rugs: Taimani Baluch Rug

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Taimani Baluch Rug

2 foot 8 inch by 4 foot 2 inch.

This a very pretty tribal rugs from one of the villages in Northwest Afghanistan. I do not see a lot of this type but I have come across them before. The most intriguing part of this rug is the interplay of the negative space images.

This is a handmade Taimani Baluch Rug. The dyes are good. It dates to the late 20th century.

Size: 2 foot 8 inch by 4 foot 2 inch.

Structure: Asymmetrical knot open to the left. 9 knots per horizontal inch and 8 knots per vertical inch. 72 per square inch (1116 per square decimeter)

Color: Tan, red, midnight blue, ivory, royal blue, tangerine.

Yarn Spin: Z.

Warp: 2 ply brown wool.

Weft: 2 shot brown wool.

Pile: 2 wool singles.

Ends: Heavy crossed wefts 1 inch warp fringe.

Selvages: Single cord overcastting blue wool.

Handle: Soft, pliable, light.

Further Notes: Excellent condition.