Nahal vintage small bite on one edge

small bite on one edge

It is a lively and graceful antique that could be as well displayed on a wall as used on the floor

walnut and pale blue borders

based on patterns used in nineteenth century rugs from the Lake Sevan district of the Kazak region

Nahal vintage small bite on one edgeA 1940s Baluch sofreh from north Afghanistan, woven as a tablecloth to be set on the floor of a tent. Worked in pile and sumak technique. Central medallion outlined in ivory and terracotta with striped spandrels on a red ground. Inner border of stars repeated in a band at each end. Outer border of medallions within running dog guards. Small spots of wear in places but overall good condition. Rare almost square size. 152 x 140cm