A BELOUCH RUG

POSSIBLY TIMURI, THIRD QUARTER 19TH CENTURY

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A BELOUCH RUG
Possibly Timuri, Third Quarter 19th Century
Having Turkoman-inspired elements overall with star motifs on the rust-red field within a deep cocoa border
Approximately 4 ft. 8 in. x 3 ft. 5 in. (142 x 104 cm.)

Lot Essay

The prominent feature of this Baluch rug is the mingling of Turkoman guls containing eight-pointed stars together with other tribal ornaments on a rich liver colored field. The overall effect of this unique rug is further enhanced by the natural corrosion to deep green-browns.

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