A Northwest Persian runner

Overall dimensions: 115cm across the top, 120cm across the bottom, 372cm across the left hand side, 370cm across the right hand side. Generally even 8mm pile overall with some oxidisation to the black, creating differentiation in height commensurate with age. Original flatweave across width at the top with vestiges of fringing but largely lacking. Vestiges of flatweave across lower edge with repair accross the width with later overlocking and teased fringing. Predominantly original banded sidecords with some losses especially centre left side as visible from the photograph. Slightly irregular lower edge. Overall in very good condition and ready to use.
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