Lot 115
  • 115

A Lavar Kirman prayer rug, Southeast Persia,

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • A Lavar Kirman prayer rug
  • approximately 7ft. 4in. by 5ft. 4in. (2.23 by 1.62m.)

Condition

Pile generally very closely sheared to approximately 1/10 of an inch with areas low to knot heads due to wear and foldwear. Partial lower end guard border with approximately 4in. by 1in. vertical reweave at lower center edge. Partial upper end outer guard border, secured with binding stitch. Reselvaged. Surface stains - should enhance with cleaning. Very supple handle, tight weave, sound fabric and condition.
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