A Louis XV-style Savonnerie carpet, France

Pile ranges from 1/8th of an inch to low to knotheads and some scattered minor spot foundation around the edges. Dry and brittle in areas throughout, now secured with burlap across reverse. A number of slits due to dryness of foundation. Scattered spot stains, surface dirt. A few scattered discolored areas, most to brown field, not extensive. Scattered furniture marks. Some of the slits with later restoration. Sides and ends bound with cotton binding, now loose in areas. Good design. Color palette will enhance with cleaning.
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