Nahal underlay Supplied with grip tape for

Supplied with grip tape for the corners and centre edges

The mixture of techniques has produced varying tensions and the rug is distinctly "waisted" which does not detract from its charm

Overall wear with corrosion to dark brown in places and a patch of wear to the base

Large guls in dark blue and black pattern on a ground of maroon and dark red

Nahal underlay Supplied with grip tape forA 1940s Baluch sofreh from north Afghanistan, woven as a tablecloth to be set on the floor of a tent. Worked in pile and sumak technique. Central medallion outlined in ivory and terracotta with striped spandrels on a red ground. Inner border of stars repeated in a band at each end. Outer border of medallions within running dog guards. Small spots of wear in places but overall good condition. Rare almost square size. 152 x 140cm