Vintage Pictorial Rug 126 x 81 cm – Hand Knotted Tribal Wall Art Rug – Symbolic Nomadic Wool Carpet

This is an authentic hand-knotted Baluch tribal pictorial rug from the Afghanistan–Pakistan border weaving tradition, featuring a rare compartmental narrative design filled with symbolic imagery, calligraphic elements, architecture, animals, weapons, and tribal iconography. Unlike repetitive geometric field rugs, this piece tells a story through individually framed panels, making it both a collectible textile and a cultural document.

Its deep indigo ground combined with madder red, rust, and camel tones immediately signals traditional Baluch natural-dye aesthetics, while the strong ivory outlining and tribal panel layout confirm nomadic workshop execution rather than factory production.


Features:

Size: 126 cm x 81 cm
(Approximately 4.1 ft x 2.7 ft)

Construction: Hand-knotted pile

Knot Type: Asymmetrical (Senneh-type)

Foundation: Likely wool

Pile: Handspun wool

Density: Approx. 90–120 KPSI

Pile Height: ~4–5 mm

Age: Circa 1980s–1990s

Origin: Afghanistan–Pakistan Baluch region

Time Investment: Estimated 3–5 months of weaving time by an experienced tribal weaver.

Current Condition: Even overall wear

Edges intact with minor fringe thinning

No major repairs visible

No structural damage

Slight natural abrash

Condition: Very good vintage condition

✔ Authentic hand-knotted tribal weaving
✔ Rare pictorial compartment design
✔ Natural vegetable dyes
✔ Strong indigo & madder palette
✔ Symbolic narrative imagery
✔ Vintage collectible textile
✔ Compact, versatile size
✔ Suitable for floor or wall display

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Vacuum gently without beater bar

Avoid direct prolonged sunlight

Rotate every 6–12 months

Spot clean with cold water only

Professional wool wash recommended every 3–5 years

Use rug pad if placed on floor



This is not a decorative reproduction — it is a hand-knotted tribal narrative piece carrying cultural memory and lived history in wool. Rugs like this are increasingly sought after for their storytelling quality and authentic tribal character.