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Baluch Rugs: Persian Mini Khani Baluch Rug Late 19th C. from Herat Ltd.

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Baluch Rugs: Persian Mini Khani Baluch Rug Late 19th C. from Herat Ltd.

Title Baluch Rug
Size 3' x 5' 1"
Date Late 19th Century
Colors 7
Cat. No. 119
Description The field is an excellent rendition of the mini khani design. Vines and blooming flowerettes are depicted in the main border. The outer border contains a row of ivory pentagonal lappet forms with points projecting outward.
Condition: Good. Full pile with no holes, repairs, or moth damage. There is oxidation to the dark and olive brown, creating an embossed effect in the field and borders. The edges show some wear, although areas of goat hair remain in the overcasting.

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