Vintage Baluch Rug, 75 × 150 cm / 2.5 x 4.9 ft Handmade Wool Rug

A characterful vintage Baluch (Belüç) rug, handmade from wool and distinguished by its deep earthy palette, compact proportions, and highly geometric tribal composition.

The central field is divided into horizontal sections filled with repeating diamond, chevron, floral, and angular geometric motifs. Broad outer borders surround the composition with larger stylized forms, giving the rug a strong architectural frame.

The palette is dominated by brick red, rust, deep burgundy, dark brown, black, muted navy, and small ivory accents. The naturally softened colors and worn surface give the piece an especially atmospheric antique appearance.

Approximately 100 years old, this rug carries significant age-related patina and the individuality expected from an authentic handmade textile.

What is a Baluch Rug?

Baluch rugs, also written as Beluch, Belüç, or Baluchi rugs, belong to a broad tribal weaving tradition historically associated with Baluch and neighboring nomadic or semi-nomadic weaving communities across parts of eastern Iran, western Afghanistan, and surrounding regions.

Rather than representing one completely uniform weaving style, Baluch rugs encompass several regional and tribal traditions. They are especially recognized for their deep red and brown palettes, dark grounds, geometric motifs, relatively compact dimensions, and handspun wool construction.

Traditional Baluch weavings were created for practical household and nomadic use as well as decorative and ceremonial purposes. Antique examples are now particularly appreciated for their tribal character, subdued colors, fine geometric vocabulary, and naturally developed patina.

Details

• Tradition: Baluch / Belüç
• Size: 75 × 150 cm
• Size in Feet: 2.5 × 4.9 ft
• Material: Wool
• Age: Approximately 100 years old
• Technique: Handmade / Handwoven
• Design: Traditional geometric and tribal motifs
• Colors: Brick red, rust, burgundy, dark brown, black, muted navy and ivory
• Condition: Antique condition with natural signs of age, wear, and patina

Its 75 × 150 cm proportions make it suitable for an entryway, bedside space, small hallway, reading corner, wall display, or layered rug arrangement. It can also be an appealing piece for collectors of tribal and nomadic textiles.

As a genuine handmade antique rug, variations in shape, pile, weave, coloration, and surface texture are natural and form part of its historical character.

The rug will be carefully cleaned, washed, and ironed before shipping, so it arrives ready to use or display.