An Afshar bagface, South Persia

Pile generally good near original 1/10 inch overall; area of repiled moth damage approximately 2 x 2 inches on left side; smaller similar area in lower right corner of field; small 1/4 inch hole in upper end border. Sides overcast. Lower end with red kilim end finish. Upper end with soumac checkerboard finish, small hole; original slits for loops now sewn together; minor fraying in upper left corner. Hanging rings sewn to reverse of upper end. Supple handle, sound fabric and condition.
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