Old Belutsch | 202 x 120 cm | Nr. Z-2397

Old Belutsch, dark red with border and medallion

Origin	Persia
Dimensions	202 cm x 120 cm (= 2.42 m²)
Construction	hand-knotted
Material	Pile: wool Weft & Warp: wool
knots per m²2	240.000
Pile height	4mm
Year of manufacture	1950
Colour	Dark red
Edition	one-of-a-kind piece

 

Origin

Belutsch is a rug provenance spanning Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan. Belutsch rugs (also Belutsch, Beloutch, Beluch, Baluch, Belutch, Balouch, Baloutche or Balúchi) are made by semi-nomads and nomads. Originally, Belutsch rugs were knotted exclusively by the Baluch nomads. Today, however, several other tribes knot Belutsch rugs as well. The patterns tend to be geometric and the palette stays within reds and browns. Mostly small rugs and mats are produced, as these are used by the nomads themselves and are easier to transport. This old Belutsch is around 70 years old and a real collector's piece.

 

Pattern

The edge of the rug is framed by a surround (border). The border forms a splendid contrast to the centre.

At the heart of this Belutsch's central field lies the symmetrical centre, also known as the medallion. The design of the field is subordinate to the medallion, so that the medallion seems to float on the field.

The background of this Belutsch is dark red. The border is worked in dark brown and dark blue. The dark brown centre combines dark red and black.

 

Condition

You are not the first to take a liking to this Belutsch. It had owners before you who valued it and put it to use. It was hand-knotted around 1950. It has been cleaned thoroughly and is in good condition. The pile is worn in places. Parts of the border are missing along one side.

Material

The pile of this Belutsch was hand-knotted from high-quality new wool. New wool is obtained by gently shearing sheep. New wool is a renewable, natural raw material with a number of impressive properties: thanks to the natural lanolin in the wool, the surface repels droplets of water and is therefore naturally protected against dirt. Wool also provides excellent thermal insulation, helps regulate the indoor climate and dampens sound. The foundation (weft and warp threads) of this Belutsch is made of new wool.