Rug
Maker
Unknown, Baluch
Date19th century
MediumWool
Dimensions52 x 34 in
Credit LineGift of David and Meghan Potter
Object numberAS2015.04.POT
DescriptionRug attributable to Baluch (Bahlul group) executed in either Northeast Persia (Iran) or Western Afghanistan. Symmetric knot. Cross-like motifs in main field represent talismans for good fortune. Scholar James Opie might suggest that medallions in the main border resemble animal-heads. Minor borders consist of running dog or ocean wave motif. Stripes of flat weave on top and bottom kilim ends.
ClassificationsTextiles
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