ID#: 1400 | Date: Early 1990s |
Size: 20 x 22 in | 51 x 56 cm
A political portrait featuring Zia Ul Hak, President of Pakistan during Afghan/Soviet War. He wears a black tunic and sits on a light blue field. A border of red, cream, blue, and emerald green flowers snake around the outside of the rug. White text is written on the bottom of the rug.
Small stain on right side of field.
Wool: Soft, dry | Sheen: Good, velvety | Handle: Slightly stiff
Selvedge: 3 cords cream color | Fringe: Minimum kilim, hand knots, 1 inches fringe | Pile: 5 millimeters
Warp: White cotton | Weft: 1 cord white | Warp Depression: