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Wool on a cotton base. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iran   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHandmade \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCirca:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1960s. 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Circa 1960\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Balouch rug exemplifies the distinctive craftsmanship of the Baluch tribes, known for their nomadic weaving traditions and rich cultural heritage. Baluch rugs typically feature intricate geometric patterns and bold colour schemes, often dominated by deep reds, browns, and navy blues, accented with ivory or white highlights. Hand-knotted using high-quality wool, this rug is both soft and highly durable, making it a functional yet artistic addition to any space. 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The Baluch tribe includes Afghan, Kurdish, Turkish, Persian, and other groups unified by a common lifestyle and culture. Historically, these rugs weren't made for commercial purposes but as essential household items for insulation, prayer, serving food, and even as animal covers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause of the nomadic lifestyle, Baluch rugs are traditionally small, as the portable looms used by traveling weavers couldn't accommodate larger pieces. Hand-knotted using the asymmetrical Persian knot, a normal-sized rug can take up to ten months to make.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigns are geometric and tribal, rarely featuring circular or floral motifs except as geometric interpretations. Patterns repeat throughout the rug: stylised camel's foot, pear-shaped medallions, tree of life, intricate latch-hooked forms arranged diagonally across the field. 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The Baluch tribe includes Afghan, Kurdish, Turkish, Persian, and other groups unified by a common lifestyle and culture. Historically, these rugs weren't made for commercial purposes but as essential household items for insulation, prayer, serving food, and even as animal covers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause of the nomadic lifestyle, Baluch rugs are traditionally small, as the portable looms used by traveling weavers couldn't accommodate larger pieces. Hand-knotted using the asymmetrical Persian knot, a normal-sized rug can take up to ten months to make.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigns are geometric and tribal, rarely featuring circular or floral motifs except as geometric interpretations. Patterns repeat throughout the rug: stylised camel's foot, pear-shaped medallions, tree of life, intricate latch-hooked forms arranged diagonally across the field. Prayer rugs are common, featuring a simple rectangular arch at one end to indicate the direction of Mecca, with the field filled by highly stylised tree leaves and stems, and small geometric plants in the spandrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials include wool pile with cotton, wool, or goat hair foundations. 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