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Antique Afghan Chakhansur Baluch Main Car[pet, Superb Condition, Circa 1900.
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Antique Afghan Chakhansur Baluch Main Car[pet, Superb Condition, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920
Description

Size: 11ft 0in x 6ft 5in (335 x 196cm).

A good example of a main carpet by the Chakhansur Baluch of South West Afghanistan, border region near the Seistan Desert. Typical design for this region. Excellent wool, tight weave and natural dyes.

Circa 1900.

The carpet has superb colour with warm madder red tones and deep aubergine, with the design outlined in dark indigo blue, there are ivory highlights around the border. This unique design would appear to be a repeat tree or shrub design, the diamond border is also found on carpets woven by the Timuri tribes.

The carpet is in excellent condition with slight even wear and good full pile.

The carpet is suitable for normal domestic use.

A very good example of genuine Baluch weaving.

Stock Number: DS-0777.

Physical Dimensions
Height
335cm (131.89")
Width
196cm (77.17")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Baluch Main Carpet to the 1900s.

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SA1083630
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DS-0777
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Description
Size: 11ft 0in x 6ft 5in (335 x 196cm).
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A good example of a main carpet by the Chakhansur Baluch of South West Afghanistan, border region near the Seistan Desert.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

Typical design for this region. Excellent wool, tight weave and natural dyes.

fig 1. An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders.
fig 1. Antique Afghan Chakhansur Baluch Main Car[pet, Superb Condition, Circa 1900.

Circa 1900.

The carpet has superb colour with warm madder red tones and deep aubergine, with the design outlined in dark indigo blue, there are ivory highlights around the border. This unique design would appear to be a repeat tree or shrub design, the diamond border is also found on carpets woven by the Timuri tribes.

The carpet is in excellent condition with slight even wear and good full pile.

The carpet is suitable for normal domestic use.

A very good example of genuine Baluch weaving.

Stock Number: DS-0777.

Height
335cm (131.89")
Width
196cm (77.17")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Baluch Main Carpet to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1083630
Dealers Internal Ref
DS-0777
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Archive I An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders.

ANTIQUE AFGHAN CHAKHANSUR BALUCH MAIN CAR[PET, SUPERB CONDITION, CIRCA 1900.

Archive II An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders. View II
Archive III An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders. View III
Archive IV An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders. View IV
Archive V An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders. View V
Archive VI An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders. View VI
Archive VII An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders. View IX
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An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders.
ANTIQUE AFGHAN CHAKHANSUR BALUCH MAIN CAR[PET, SUPERB CONDITION, CIRCA 1900.
Ref: SA1083630
An antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool rug featuring dark red, indigo, and terracotta geometric repeating motifs and ornate multi-layered borders.
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Baluch carpets are traditional hand-woven textiles created by nomadic and semi-nomadic tribes in the border regions of eastern Iran and western Afghanistan. Characterised by deep indigo, rust, and terracotta shades, these rugs frequently feature dense geometric compositions, tree-of-life symbols, and repeating medallion structures.

Authentic Baluch carpets were hand-knotted using hand-spun sheep wool for both the pile and warp/weft foundations, with occasional inclusion of goat hair along the selvages. Dyes were historically derived from natural plant sources, roots, and minerals to produce deep, saturated tones.

Authentic pieces display hand-knotted construction with minor weave irregularities, soft wool pile, and a dark palette dominated by navy, burgundy, and rust. Examining the underside reveals hand-bound knotting alongside natural colour variations known as abrash.

A dark, geometric Baluch carpet adds visual grounding and warmth when placed alongside leather seating, dark timber furniture, or minimal modern decor. It functions effectively in living rooms, dining areas, or study spaces to establish texture and depth.

Regular maintenance requires vacuuming with a suction-only nozzle to protect delicate hand-knotted fibres from mechanical wear. Periodic professional cleaning by an antique rug specialist and placing a protective pad underneath help maintain structure and prevent slipping.
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