A Lavar Kirman carpet, Southeast Persia

Pile ranges from approximately 1/6th of an inch to low to knotheads in a few scattered areas. One approximately 6 inch by 8 inch stepped reweave with some tinting in upper section of field. Some minor areas of repiled old moth damage in side guard borders, not extensive. Some scattered minor foldwear and some visible warp ties. Carpet has been chemically washed to soften color palatte. Sides overcast, ends secured with chain stitch. Good overall condition, flexible handle, lustrous woold, good pile.
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