Old Afghan Baluch pushti (pillow) with plain weave back.

Pushti were used as pillows or back rests, they were filled with wool or straw through a small opening to one side. This example has a simple tree of life design on a camel ground.

The back is a stripped plain weave in camel wool.

The bag is in excellent condition with very slight wear and good pile.

The bag has been hand washed and is ready for use or display.

Origin:  Afghan

Age: 1920

Size: 2ft 6in x 1ft 8 in (77 x 50cm)

Reference: AFMS-238