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Antique Baluch Tribal Rug, Khorasan Province, North-east Persia.
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Antique Baluch Tribal Rug, Khorasan Province, North-east Persia.

19th century
Description

This handsome Baluch rug has a beautiful terracotta ground with an overall small lozenge 'gul' pattern, highlighted in cochineal-dye, disappearing under the borders and out into infinity.

The main border has a relatively typical Baluch continuous vine leaf symbolising the eternal cycle of life.

In very good overall condition with slight signs of corrosive-brown due to iron mordanting, the rug is nicely-drawn and made circa 1880 in Khorasan province, north-eastern Persia.

It is often better to take a look at the close-up images to get a better idea of the ground colours and to see the cochineal-dye outlining.

Size: 2.00m x 1.20m (6' 6" x 4' 0").

Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Baluch Tribal Rug to the 1880s.

Independent Date Check ID 09657432
Dealer's Item Date1880s
Sellingantiques Date1880s
Sellingantiques agingItem 125-155 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1880s:
Corroded dark brown wool: iron-mordanted dye reacting with wool over generations.
Broad flat-woven kilim ends with striped patterning: intact original finishing from tribal looms.
Vibrant purplish-pink accents: natural cochineal dye used alongside vegetable madder reds.
Subtle colour shifts across the terracotta ground: hand-spun yarn dyed in small tribal batches.

This is an independent date and photo anotation report compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
200cm (78.74")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Reference Numbers
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SA1236776
Dealers Internal Reference
BM2343
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Description
This handsome Baluch rug has a beautiful terracotta ground with an overall small lozenge 'gul' pattern, highlighted in cochineal-dye, disappearing under the borders and out into infinity.
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The main border has a relatively typical Baluch continuous vine leaf symbolising the eternal cycle of life.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
fig 1. A rectangular hand-knotted wool rug featuring repeating geometric diamond latch-hook patterns in terracotta red, deep blue, and ivory accents.
fig 1. Antique Baluch Tribal Rug, Khorasan Province, North-east Persia.

In very good overall condition with slight signs of corrosive-brown due to iron mordanting, the rug is nicely-drawn and made circa 1880 in Khorasan province, north-eastern Persia.

It is often better to take a look at the close-up images to get a better idea of the ground colours and to see the cochineal-dye outlining.

Size: 2.00m x 1.20m (6' 6" x 4' 0").

Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Baluch Tribal Rug to the 1880s.

Independent Date Report ID 09657432
Dealer's Item Date1880s
Sellingantiques dating1880s
Sellingantiques agingItem 125-155 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1880s:
Corroded dark brown wool: iron-mordanted dye reacting with wool over generations.
Broad flat-woven kilim ends with striped patterning: intact original finishing from tribal looms.
Vibrant purplish-pink accents: natural cochineal dye used alongside vegetable madder reds.
Subtle colour shifts across the terracotta ground: hand-spun yarn dyed in small tribal batches.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
200cm (78.74")
Width
120cm (47.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1236776
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2343
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets Profile Page

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Archive I A rectangular hand-knotted wool rug featuring repeating geometric diamond latch-hook patterns in terracotta red, deep blue, and ivory accents.

Antique Baluch Tribal Rug, Khorasan Province, North-east Persia.

Archive II A rectangular hand-knotted wool rug featuring repeating geometric diamond latch-hook patterns in terracotta red, deep blue, and ivory accents. View II
Archive III A rectangular hand-knotted wool rug featuring repeating geometric diamond latch-hook patterns in terracotta red, deep blue, and ivory accents. View III
Archive IV A rectangular hand-knotted wool rug featuring repeating geometric diamond latch-hook patterns in terracotta red, deep blue, and ivory accents. View IV
Archive V A rectangular hand-knotted wool rug featuring repeating geometric diamond latch-hook patterns in terracotta red, deep blue, and ivory accents. View V
Archive VI A rectangular hand-knotted wool rug featuring repeating geometric diamond latch-hook patterns in terracotta red, deep blue, and ivory accents. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular hand-knotted wool rug featuring repeating geometric diamond latch-hook patterns in terracotta red, deep blue, and ivory accents. View VII
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A rectangular hand-knotted wool rug featuring repeating geometric diamond latch-hook patterns in terracotta red, deep blue, and ivory accents.
Antique Baluch Tribal Rug, Khorasan Province, North-East Persia.
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A rectangular hand-knotted wool rug featuring repeating geometric diamond latch-hook patterns in terracotta red, deep blue, and ivory accents.
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  • ObjectRugs
  • Period19th century
  • StylePersian Tribal
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourTerracotta Red
  • MotifsDiamond lozenges, Latch-hook borders, Kilim end skirts
  • SizeH 200 cm (79 in) x W 120 cm (47 in)

This hand-knotted wool rug originates from the Khorasan province of north-eastern Persia and dates from 1880. Designed in a Persian tribal style, it presents a rectangular field in terracotta red with deep blue and ivory accents, displaying a repeating geometric pattern of diamond lozenges with latch-hook motifs. The pile shows slight signs of corrosive-brown wear due to iron mordanting, accompanied by kilim end skirts at the top and bottom borders. The piece measures 200 cm high by 120 cm wide. Suitable for placement as a floor covering in a study, library, or living space, the rug brings traditional pattern and saturated colour to a domestic interior. The composition rests upon a rich terracotta ground, outlined with cochineal-dye details that frame the central field within structured geometric guard borders. The edges finish with flatwoven end skirts, displaying the traditional craftsmanship of nineteenth-century nomadic weaving traditions.

FAQs

Baluch rugs were historically woven by nomadic Baluch tribes inhabiting the Khorasan region in north-eastern Persia and adjacent areas of Afghanistan. These textiles served functional roles in tribal life, including floor coverings, storage bags, and prayer mats.

Baluch rugs are primarily hand-knotted using locally sourced wool for the pile, often set upon a wool or goat hair warp and weft foundation. Dyes were traditionally extracted from natural plant and mineral sources, producing deep terracottas, indigos, and dark browns.

Authentic Baluch rugs feature dense geometric repeating patterns, dark colour palettes, woven kilim ends, and webbed fringes. The pile is typically soft, and the reverse side displays exposed hand-knotted construction.

A Baluch rug works well as a central accent on polished wood or stone flooring, providing tonal depth and geometric texture. It pairs effectively with dark timber furniture, leather upholstery, or modern minimalist settings.

Vacuum the rug regularly using a suction-only setting without a rotary beater bar to avoid damaging the fibres. Professional cleaning by a specialist rug restorer is recommended for deep maintenance, and an underlay should be used to prevent slipping and wear.
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