ID#: 917 | Date: Early 1990s |
Size: 32 x 47 in | 80 x 118 cm
This is an early example of this important design, but it has several areas of repaired damage.
A very interesting view of possibly the Kabul airport and the surrounding cityscape. In the center of the rug is a curiously grenade-like shape, almost like a grenade with its pin pulled. Planes and helicopters sit around the center on a blue background, and the top and bottom thirds of the rug depict an almost mirrored view of the surrounding town. The border includes some possibly Greek-inspired blue, olive, and white designs.
A few spots on this rug have been repaired-- one area in the bottom center, and another in the very center of the rug.
Wool: Fine, very soft | Sheen: Extremely shiny | Handle: Maximum flop
Selvedge: Alternating blue and maroon two cord wool. Okay coverage. | Fringe: No kilim, persian closure with grey cotton thread. | Pile: 5 mm
Warp: Naturally colored wool | Weft: Black cotton thread | Warp Depression: