Nahal underlay Overall wear with corrosion to

Overall wear with corrosion to dark brown in places and a patch of wear to the base

The mixture of techniques has produced varying tensions and the rug is distinctly "waisted" which does not detract from its charm

156 x 112 cm

145 x 100cm

198 x 108cm

Nahal underlay Overall wear with corrosion toA 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