A Northwest Persian long rug

Pile ranges from 1/8 of an inch to low to knotheads in scattered foldwear areas. Oxidized dark browns. Scattered spot stains with surface dirt throughout, should enhance with cleaning. Small area with moth damage in upper right corner, mostly to white guard border. Small areas in upper right corner of rug with exposed foundation due to oxidation and moth damage. Sides with losses to selvedges, fraying, and later overcasting. Upper end lacking outer guard stripe, now secured with a blanket stitch. Lower end with small reweave to right end of guard border. Lacking most of guard border, now secured with blanket stitch. Supple handle, good overall condition, recommend cleaning. Please note that a license may be required to export textiles, rugs and carpets of Iranian origin from the United States. Clients should enquire with the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regarding export requirements. Pease check with the Carpet department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to this restriction or if you need assistance with such enquiries
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.