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Afghan War Rug: MIG War Rug

MIG War Rug

ID#: 1070 | Date: 1980s |

Size: 32 x 56 in | 81 x 142 cm

Exhibition: Miami University Art Museum 2007-09-07
Exhibition: Gund Gallery at Kenyon College 2017-05-26

A very unique rug featuring a detailed profile view of a Soviet aircraft in camouflage. The plane reads '92' on the side with a red star on the back tail fin. Russian (?) letters are written in black above the aircraft. Multicolored geometric figures and flowers fill in the negative space around the plane.
The small zigzag of the fringe adds a touch of intricate detail to the rug.

Condition note: Jan 2024: return from Kenyon: repair within light blue bomb under plain, and large diamond shaped patch under the wing

Wool: Soft and fine | Sheen: Very shiny | Handle: Very floppy

Selvedge: Flat, 2 cords black wool | Fringe: Blue and white zig-zag pattern with blue and brown weft brocade | Pile: 5mm

Warp: Naturally colored wool | Weft: Grey cotton thread | Warp Depression:

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