A beautiful antique Afghan Baluch hand-knotted wool prayer rug featuring a classic stepped mihrab design set against a warm ivory ground. The field is richly decorated with rows of stylised tribal motifs in deep madder red, indigo, and muted plum tones, framed by multiple geometric borders characteristic of Baluch weaving traditions.

This example possesses the refined drawing, soft natural dyes, and low-pile age that collectors seek in older Baluch weavings. The ivory field provides a striking contrast to the darker borders and creates a lighter, more decorative appearance than many tribal rugs from the region. The rug displays a lovely mellow palette developed through decades of use and natural ageing.

Likely woven by Baluch tribes in the Afghanistan–Khorasan region during the late 19th or early 20th century. There is age-related wear, areas of pile reduction, minor edge wear, and general signs of use consistent with a genuinely old tribal rug. These characteristics contribute to its authentic antique character and decorative appeal.

Hand-knotted wool construction.

Size: 4'4" x 2'10" (132 x 87 cm).

Origin: Afghan Baluch (Baluchi), Afghanistan–Khorasan region.

Age: Circa 1880–1920.

A particularly attractive antique tribal prayer rug that works beautifully within castlecore, old money, maximalist, bohemian, and collected interiors. The lighter field and geometric drawing give it strong decorative impact while retaining its nomadic character.