A Ziegler Mahal carpet, Central Persia,

Pile ranges from approximately 1/6 of an inch, mostly in borders, to low to knotheads in a few scattered areas. Some minor scattered foldwear and a few visible warp ties. Scattered repiling, mostly to field. Scattered tinted areas, mostly to field. One approximately 30 inch rewoven area in upper end guard border. A few rows of knots missing at each end, now secured with chain stitch. Sides original. Scattered spot stains, good overall condition, attractive oversized design.
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