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Pictorial Sumac
1980s
War Rug Width (decimal feet): 4.16
War Rug Length (decimal feet): 5.84
Knots per Inch - Horizontal: 8
Knots per Inch - Vertical: 19
Warp Depression: No Warp depression
War Rug Sales Status: 2016 In Stock
Country of Origin (estimated): Afghanistan
War Rug Style: Flat Weaves
War Rug Ethnic Origin: Turkman
General Description: This rug was featured in the "Weavings of War" traveling exhibition from 2005 - 2008.
It is unusual to have a pictorial rug woven in sumac. There is a specular street scene in the middle.
Description of wool: Fine threads of sturdy wool
Sheen of Wool: Shiny and translucent
Handle: Very floppy
Selvedge: Four cord flat brown wool
Fringe: One inch navy kilim, One band red and yellow weft brocade, one inch natural wool kilim, overhand knots. Damage on bottom right, overhand knots missing
Pile Material: Sumac
Weft Material: Natural wool 1Z1S
Warp Material: Brown wool
