Antique Persian Baluch Rug 2'11 x 5'7

Collector's Notes

This Antique Persian Baluch rug was woven in the late 19th Century. It features a rare 'Qalamdani' design with eight distinct vertical bird totem trees. It's finished with a powerful meandering bird head border also referred to as the 'boat border'. It is finished with a finely woven meandering leaf and bird head medallion border. Great floor rug or wall hanging art.

Age: Circa 1880-1890
Origin: Northeast Persia
Style: Baluch
Dimensions: 2'11" x 5'7"

Condition: Good condition considering age with wear to center field. Soft, floppy handle. Original 4 cord goat hair selvedges. Fully secured sides and ends. Original flatwoven kilim ends intact. No repairs.
Color Palette: 6 colors including red, blue, brown and ivory

Composition: 100% wool


One of a kind antique rug, handwoven and handknotted.

Carefully cleaned by hand using our proprietary technique with organic and natural supplies.