Antique Baluch Prayer Rug - 2'8 x 5'2

This Baluch prayer rug was handwoven during the mid 19th century in Western Afghanistan. This field is composed of a directional prayer niche with a tree-of-life central motif on a desirable camel ground. The mihrab is filled with an eight pointed star and the base of the rug has various botehs and a prominent animal head motif. Wonderfully finished with two hands on the top left and top right of the rug.   In very good condition with minimal wear on the overall pile; uneven fringe and oxidized browns. Size: 2'8" x 5'2" [.81 x 1.57m] Age: Mid-19th Century Country of Origin: W Afghanistan Type of Rug: Baluch Prayer Rug Material: Wool  Pile Height: Low Condition: Very good; uneven fringe, and some oxidized browns   BK2605   Check out our Baluch and Prayer Rug collections!