7×10 Yellow Baluch Rug – Hand-Knotted in Herat from Welayati Kurk Wool
Command attention with a museum-worthy Baluch statement piece from Herat, Afghanistan. Woven entirely by hand in Welayati Kurk wool on a cotton foundation, this carpet showcases a bold central medallion floating in a pristine yellow field—framed by rhythmic, repeating borders in red, turquoise-blue, and soft gray. Sized at 203 × 311 cm (approximately 6’8″ × 10’2″), it’s the perfect scale for living rooms and dining spaces seeking color, clarity, and quiet luxury. If you’re searching for a 7×10 yellow Baluch rug with presence and pedigree, you’ve found it.
Key Features
- Design: Baluch with a prominent single medallion and a clean, unadorned field
- Borders: Repetitive geometric patterning for elegant structure
- Palette: Yellow ground with red, turquoise-blue, and gray motifs
- Material: Welayati Kurk wool pile on cotton foundation
- Construction: Hand-knotted
- Knot Count: Approximately 133 KPSI
- Size: 203 × 311 cm (about 6’8″ × 10’2″)
- Origin: Herat, Afghanistan
Quality
The use of Welayati Kurk wool—renowned for its fine fiber and natural luster—delivers a supple hand and refined surface. At approximately 133 knots per square inch, the weave achieves crisp linework around the medallion and borders while maintaining exceptional durability for everyday use. A stable cotton foundation keeps the rug true to shape over time, and the vegetable-tuned color harmony ages gracefully, developing depth and character with years of enjoyment.
Origin & Tradition
Crafted in Herat, a historic crossroads of Afghan weaving, this piece reflects Baluch aesthetics: a disciplined geometry, a field that lets the motif breathe, and borders that echo tradition without overwhelming the composition. Each knot preserves a lineage of nomadic and village craftsmanship—an art passed down through generations. This is more than a decorative accent; it is a living document of Afghan textile heritage and a rare, one-of-a-kind acquisition for the discerning collector searching for a 7×10 yellow Baluch rug with enduring value.
