Herat Belouche Rug: 124cm x 81cm
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Origin: Herat, Afghanistan
Style: Herat Belouche
Provenance: N/A
Dated: Mid/Late 20th C
Hand Knotted 100% Wool Pile
Length: 124cms / 4 feet
Width: 81cms / 2.7 feet
Belouche is an ancient Persian design that originated from the work of the nomadic Belouche tribe. These wonderfully individual pieces are most often found in smaller sizes purely for ease of handling whilst wandering in the mountain regions. Belouche pieces are often directional or asymmetrical in design and are common-place prayer rugs. They are typically woven in dark shades of reds and browns with tan, blues and ivory.
Most Belouche rugs are woven in the hills of Afghanistan and imported from Pakistan.One of the most pleasing thing about a Belouche piece is that the imperfections in their execution are a pleasing change for many in the contemporary world.As with all hand-made rugs, each piece brings with it a spectrum of shades of colouring depending upon from which angle one views it from.
This particular example, boasts a rather fun and unusual design; one that could provide a good conversation starter. The piece shows two camels with saddle bags set upon a traditional red ground. The main geometric border is set in cream and is beset both sides with indigo flower rosettes. A truly individual and charming rug.
