| Baluch Type,
Northwest Afghanistan, 20th century. 3 foot by 4
foot 9 inch. (not including fringe) Structure:
Asymmetrical knot open left. 8 knots per
horizontal inch and 9 knots per vertical inch. 72
per square inch (1116 per square decimeter).
Medium depressed.
Yarn Spin: Z.
Warp: 2 ply ivory wool. Hand plied.
Weft: 2 shots cotton.
Ends: 1 inch plain weave with warp fringe.
Selvages: 2 cord double wrapped in blue wool.
Further Notes: Excellent rug in new condition.
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