A Tabriz carpet, Northwest Persia,

Pile ranges from approximately 1/10 of an inch mostly in border to low to knotheads in most of field. One approximately 10 inch by 1 inch vertical reweave in center medallion. Scattered spot stains. Approximately 1/2 inch of outer guard stripe missing at both ends, now secured with binding stitch. Overcast sides with selvage detached at an approximately 5 inch area on right side. Small restitched hole in guard border nearby. Supple handle. Carpet has been faded to soften colors resulting in an attractive color palette. Will enhance with cleaning and minor restorations.
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