A Lavar Kirman carpet, Southeast Persia,

Pile is generally good, ranging from 1/6 of an inch to 1/8 of an inch overall. Three particularly visible abrashed bands across carpet where colors fade into warm ivories. Very minor scattered moth damage in lower end guard stripe. Three very small vertical 1 inch slits into right side guard stripe, recommend securing. Original warp fringes at ends. Sides partially overcast with some minor breaks. Sides curling under in a few areas due to tension in weave. Saturated color palette, very good pile, supple handle.
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