A Bakshaish carpet, North Persia

Pile ranges from approximately 1/6in. mostly in borders to low to knotheads in most of field. Partially oxidized dark browns. Scattered small areas of old moth damage in lower end border, now most repiled. A 12in. by 24in. stepped reweave into right side of lower end, more visible on reverse. Scattered minor foldwear. Upper end with most of original macrame fringes intact, lower end secured with blanket stitch, now with small amount of glue reside in areas along edge. Sides partially overcast. Scattered spot stains. Supple handle, sound fabric and condition.
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