Lot 317
  • 317

A Bidjar gallery carpet, North Persia,

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • A Bidjar gallery carpet
  • approximately 15ft. 10in. by 6ft. 7in. (4.83 by 2.01m.)
wool warps

Condition

Pile generally good, approximately 1/10in. throughout. Some minor scattered foldwear - tno extensive. Reduced in length with the horizontal cut running across carpet at inner side of upper end border- well executed cut, only visible on reverse. Small restitched hole in center of field. Some further restitching in a 10in. by 5in. area in upper left corner. Sides overcast, ends secured with chain stitch with minor fraying at lower end. Robust yet flexible weave, lustrous wool, good overall condition.
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