Lot 4104
  • 4104

A Ninghsia pillar carpet, West China

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • wool, cotton
  • approximately 17ft. 4in. by 4ft. 2in. (5.28 by 1.27m.)

Provenance

Chinese Private Collection

Condition

Pile ranges from near original 1/8" with areas of wear an oxidation low to knotheads and foundation. Approximately 14" at the end rewoven. Smaller scattered reweaves and a 5 to 2" reweave across the center. Scattered spot stains, some repiling to buff ground. Original selvages with some breaks and fraying. Remnants of threads from former cloth binding along edges. Very supple handle, should enhance with cleaning.
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