A Karachopt Kazak rug, Southwest Caucasus

Pile generally very good, nearly 1/4" overall. Dark browns partially oxidized to about 1/8th of an inch. Small scattered areas of foldwear low to foundation, particularly in borders, usually 1x1/4". One has a tiny hole. Minor repiling to oxidized dark brown outer guard stripes. Original selvages with some losses and later overcasting. Some of sides and ends with machine stitched overcasting that could easily be removed. Supple handle, lustrous wool, good overall condition.
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