Camel Necklace with Stylized Leaf Design
Artist
Baluch, Western Aghanistan (Afghan)
;
Baluch, Northeastern Iran (Iranian)
Date
Early 20th centuryMedium
WoolDimensions
Work : 68 x 6 1/4 in. (1.7 m x 15.88 cm)Credit Line
Gift of Verne Trinoskey and Paula Armintrout TrinoskeyObject Number
2019.25.7
Label
This stylized leaf design is very common in Baluch weavings, including rugs, bags and animals trappings. Trees are not abundant in Baluchistan, but are vital for life there, providing wood for building and cooking and sometimes fruit and nuts for eating.
