An Oushak carpet, West Anatolia,

Pile ranges from approximately 1/8 of an inch to low to knotheads. Carpet was reduced in length at lower end border. Small scattered reweaves in outer border with the largest being approximately 3 inches by 4 inches in left side. Further smaller reweaves in upper end border. Some scattered minor moth damage in right and upper border, some repiled. Scattered foldwear. Some scattered spot stains. Sides original. Upper end with original flatwoven finish. Flexible handle, sound fabric and condition.
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