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Fine Ali Kwaja Vase of Flowers Rug
1980s
War Rug Width (decimal feet): 4.00
War Rug Length (decimal feet): 6.00
Knots per Inch - Horizontal: 14
Knots per Inch - Vertical: 11
Warp Depression: Depressed
War Rug Sales Status: For Sale
Country of Origin (estimated): Afghanistan
War Rug Style: Ali Kwaja
War Rug Ethnic Origin: Turkman
General Description: This is a very fine high quality rug. The pile is super short as is typical with this style. The design is separate into 6 repeating motifs by thin lines, with the top two versions of the motif abruptly cut off by the top of the rug. The motifs contain large vases sprouting plants with four smaller bases beside them.
The border consists of smaller stripes, the largest is formed from detailed drawings of helicopters on a red background, the others are a variety of geometric designs. (soda)
Description of wool: Very short, fine
Sheen of Wool: Very shiny and lustrous
Handle: Maximum flop
Selvedge: Shiny red overcast wool
Fringe: Fine natural wool plain weave with overhand knots
Pile Material: 2mm
Weft Material: Fine naturally colored wool
Warp Material: Black cotton thread
