A Bidjar carpet, North Persia,

Pile is generally low to knotheads throughout with some scattered areas with slightly higher pile. One approximately 2 foot long repaired slit into lower end. One 7 inch by 3 inch patch in upper left corner. Pile is generally higher in right border. Ends missing a few rows of knots, now secured with binding stitch, fraying in some areas, recommend securing. Sides reselvaged. Flexible handle, robust weave, unusual and charming design incorporating irises, will enhance with restorations to ends.
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