No.571-Vintage Baluch sofreh kilim Product Number: No.571 Era: 1960s Origin: Herat/Afghanistan Material: Wool x Cotton Size: 118cm x 123cm (excluding fringe) Thickness: 5mm This Baluch kilim rug from Afghanistan, with its striking jagged red pattern on a deep navy that is almost black, is a sofreh, a table cloth essential for daily life, used for wrapping and carrying bread and naan. Unlike the usual elongated types, this one is close to square in size, thin, and easy to carry, making it useful for outdoor activities in the summer. It is adorned with Baluch-style patterns that show no signs of being rushed, and the embroidery on the ends is cool, making its unique subdued charm captivating. As a 60-year-old vintage rug, it shows signs of age and some wear and tear, with minor abrasions, but it is in good condition with no particularly noticeable stains or damage, and no visible repairs. It is also an interesting piece as a textile. Please refer to the last video (shot in natural indoor light) on Instagram at the URL below for the overall atmosphere. https://www.instagram.com/p/DMKPhXVzyt1/?img_index=14&igsh=dmFkemU2anR3bm16 ◎About our products Some items have been professionally repaired in Iran or at the supplier's location, but others have not been repaired to emphasize their appearance if they are in good condition. Please understand that there may be minor repairs that we have not noticed. Although we source them from local sellers in clean condition, please be aware that some sand and pile debris may remain. Also, occasionally there may be nail marks from drying after cleaning, but these will blend in with use, so please do not worry. *Items with significant issues are cleaned domestically during inspection, but if absolutely necessary, this will be stated in the description and reflected in the price. Finally, the rugs themselves have a wool-like odor. Measurements are taken near the center, but please understand that there may be errors due to the unevenness of hand-weaving, shrinkage from washing, and color variations due to the aging of natural dyes, which are also part of the charm of vintage rugs.