ID# 1115

Date: 1990's

Size: 25 x 31 inches
(63 x 79 cm)

Origin: Pakistan

Style: Maps of Afghanistan

Tribe: Turkman

Condition: Similar to rugs featured here and here
A brightly multi-colored map of Afghanistan with labeled provinces. Neighboring countries are labeled in backwards english. A small rifle and jet are visible in the upper left corner.

Wool: Soft, thick

Sheen: Slight shine

Handle: Stiff but flexible

Selvedge: 2 cord black wool overcast

Fringe: Red and white plain weave, overhand knots

Pile: 5mm

Warp: White cotton

Weft: Black cotton thread

Warp Depression: No depression