Lot 304
  • 304

A Mahal carpet, Central Persia,

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • A Mahal carpet
  • approximately 13ft. 10in. by 10ft. 7in. (4.22 by 3.23m.)

Condition

Pile ranges from areas near original 1/6 of an inch to areas low to knot heads. 8in. by 6in. reweave in lower end of field. Repiled moth damage scattered overall - partially in border. A few smaller reweaves at upper end edge. Partial open upper end border. Partially overcast sides. Scattered foldwear with a repaired 10in. foldwear slit near center. Ends secured with binding stitch. Supple handle, restored and ready for use.
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