Baluch Bag face, Northeast Persia. Though woven in the style of “Arab Baluch" rugs with an asymmetric knot, open right, this bag face appears to be more closely related to neighboring Afshar tribal groups in northeast Persia, and the only example of Khorassan Afshar/Baluch weaving in this collection – they are few and far between. The border elements appear to be reminiscent of a pattern seen in early stone seals excavated in Central Asia, possibly representing trees. The elaborate flatweave at the bottom end is well drawn, a very elegant end finish suggesting it may have been held in high esteem by the weaver.28" x 27" (70cm x 67cm) Asymmetric open right, 8h x 11v = 88 kpsi. Colors (6): 2 blues (dark, medium), red, light reddish-purple, natural ivory/white, corrosive brown. Published: Plate 28. Cole, T. FROM THE LAND OF THE SUN. THE RICHARD STEWART COLLECTION OF BALUCH RUGS, BAGS, AND TRAPPINGS. 2022.

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