Baluch Trapping, Afghanistan. A little-used animal trapping, possibly made for dowry. The large-scale compartmented design appears to be derived from or related to a ubiquitous fertility symbol (kotchanak) seen used in rugs throughout Central Asia. Again, the white ground border, often appearing as a minor border in rugs from the area, is the primary one in this trapping. Though in good condition with an orange hue (probably a natural dye), it may be older than it first appears, as it has been well preserved for posterity. 9” x 33” (23cm x 83cm) Asymmetric knot open left, 7h x 8v = 56 kpsi. Colors (11): 2 red (dark, medium), 2 blue (dark, medium), corrosive olive, aubergine, 2 corrosive browns (dark, medium), natural ivory/white. Published: Plate 98. Cole, T. FROM THE LAND OF THE SUN. THE RICHARD STEWART COLLECTION OF BALUCH RUGS, BAGS, AND TRAPPINGS. 2022.

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