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Medallion with Embedded Weapons
Early to Mid 1980's
War Rug Width (decimal feet): 2.92
War Rug Length (decimal feet): 4.76
Knots per Inch - Horizontal: 8
Knots per Inch - Vertical: 9
Warp Depression: Not depressed
War Rug Sales Status: 2016 In Stock
Country of Origin (estimated): Afghanistan
War Rug Style: Geometric Medallion War Rugs
War Rug Ethnic Origin: Baluchi
General Description: The two large geometric medallions line the center of this colorful rug. Two tripod-mounted rockets with script point towards more script in the center, while tanks with guns raised flank them. This is a very symmetrical and pattern-centric rug. The classic flowery border around the outside of the rug flanks the design. There are a few small spots of moth damage in the border, most notably in the bottom left corner.
Description of wool: Soft, fine
Sheen of Wool: Very shiny and lustrous
Handle: Floppy
Selvedge: Tightly braided brown goat hair
Fringe: Blue and white plain weave with white cotton thread persian closure
Pile Material: 5mm
Weft Material: Brown and tan naturally colored wool
Warp Material: Grey wool
