Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Baluch Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 7' 3'' x 3' 10'' .
Size CM: 220 cm x 118 cm.
Colors: Madder Red, Brick Red, Dark Red, Navy Blue, Cream, Black, Camel, Ivory.
Material: High-quality Natural Wool and Cotton.
Features: Hand-knotted craftsmanship, Unique designs and patterns (No duplicates), Has fringe.
Trust signals: 100% Authentic Handmade Persian Rug, Only one available.
Baluch Persian Rugs
This captivating 7'3" x 3'10" Baluch Persian rug showcases the masterful artistry of semi antique weaving, with its striking medallion centerpiece rendered in rich madder red against a backdrop of deep brick red and dark red tones. The geometric precision of tribal motifs dances alongside navy blue accents, cream highlights, and subtle camel and ivory details that speak to generations of nomadic tradition. This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece elevates any space with its authentic character and timeless appeal.
From the windswept plateaus of Sistan and Baluchestan province in eastern Persia, Baluch weavers have created rugs that embody the spirit of nomadic life for over three centuries. These masterful artisans, moving seasonally between Khorasan and the borderlands, developed a distinctive weaving tradition that combines Persian knotting techniques with bold tribal aesthetics. The asymmetrical Persian knots used in this semi antique piece, now 40-60 years old, demonstrate the technical excellence that has made Baluch rugs treasured worldwide.
The central medallion, known as toranj in Persian tradition, serves as a powerful focal point surrounded by intricate geometric borders that tell stories of desert journeys and starlit nights. Each angular motif carries deep cultural significance, from protection symbols to representations of the natural world that sustained nomadic communities. The interplay between the dominant madder red field and contrasting navy blue elements creates a visual rhythm that draws the eye inward, while cream and ivory accents provide breathing space within the complex design.
The sophisticated color palette reflects the natural dyes and materials available to Baluch weavers, with madder root providing the lustrous red foundation and indigo creating the deep navy blue contrasts. Black outlines define each motif with precision, while the natural camel hair adds subtle warmth and texture variation throughout the weave. These earthy tones have mellowed beautifully over four decades, creating the patina that only authentic semi antique rugs can achieve.
At 7'3" x 3'10", this distinctive runner works beautifully in hallways, narrow living spaces, or as a striking accent piece beneath console tables and in entryways. Los Angeles Home of Rugs presents this exceptional example of Baluch weaving, where the marriage of 100% natural wool and cotton foundation creates a durable yet luxurious floor covering that brings the timeless beauty of Persian nomadic culture into contemporary homes.
Specifications
Original name: Baluch Rug.
Alternative name(s): Baluch Carpet.
Origin: Sistan and Baluchestan, khorasan.
Category: Village, Nomadic.
Common designs: Medallion (Toranj), Geometric, Tribal and Nomadic.
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool, Camel Hair.
Foundation material: Wool, Cotton, Camel Wool.
Knot type: Asymmetrical (Persian).
Notes
At Los Angeles Home of Rugs, we are delighted to offer you a wide selection of authentic Persian rugs. We only stock hand knotted rugs that are not machine made, or handmade rugs through a variety of techniques, including hand-tufting, hand-hooking, or hand-weaving. This ensures that you receive a unique and high-quality product that will last for years to come. Read More
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