Antique Madad Khani Baluch rug from Afghanistan. 256×92 cms

This semi-antique rug woven by a Madad Khani Baluch woman from Afghanistan is woven from the finest quality sheep’s wool, giving a soft and lustrous result. On a dark background, the octagonal güls and square motifs with a cross have been arranged, all framed by a latticework motif. The side edges are finished of with goat’s wool.

Material: 100% hand-spun sheep wool   

Size: 256×92 cms

Origin: Madad Khani Baluch tribe from Afghanistan

Date of weaving: 1950s

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.