Antique Baluch Tribal Rug Mat with Chevron Field, Southeast Persia or Western Afghanistan, c. Late 19th Century – 1’5 x 3’3 French art capturing the essence of the

capturing the essence of the Arts and Crafts movement’s appreciation for nature

presents an unusual and deeply compelling variation on the tree of life motif

features a richly dyed teal field accented by stylized floral and vine motifs in rust

providing a hidden yet accessible storage space

Antique Baluch Tribal Rug Mat with Chevron Field, Southeast Persia or Western Afghanistan, c. Late 19th Century – 1’5 x 3’3 French art capturing the essence of theThis small tribal mat from the late 19th century was woven by Baluch weavers in the rugged borderlands of Southeast Persia or Western Afghanistan. The dynamic chevron pattern down the center panel, framed by narrow guard stripes and wide red and blue borders, is characteristic of Taimani and Mushwani tribal groups, who often favored rich brown fields and sharply geometric compositions in their weavings. Woven in all wool with a dense, earthy palette