A Sarouk Fereghan prayer rug, North Persia

James D. Burns, Visions of Nature, Iceland, 2010, pp. 336-337, pl. 116 

Pile generally very closely shorn 1/8in. with some light browns in tree trunk oxidized to knotheads. Some aubergines partially oxidized. Some dark blue outline very slightly bleeding into adjacent colors. A few visible knot ties. A very small 0.5x0.25 repaired hole and some minor moth damage in upper right quadrant. Sides later overcast but generally intact. Ends missing end guard stripes, now secured with a binding stitch. Flexible handle, highly lustrous wool, fine weave, good overall condition. 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. Please 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
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