A KASHAN 'MOHTASHAM' RUG, CENTRAL PERSIA |

Overall measurements: 135cm across the top, 135cm across the bottom, 219cm the left hand side, 213cm the right hand side. Very good pile overall, 3-4mm. A small 'nick' on right hand outer guard stripe approx 25cm down from the top edge. Three small splits n top right hand corner, rug was possibly yanked as does not seem dry. Fringes closely trimmed to crenelated edge and overlocked at both ends. Sidecords probably original, (pale beige turquoise wool). There is a small dark surface mark to the red ground, lower right of the medallion. Overall in very good condition, would benefit from a professional clean and the splits consolidated and then ready to use.
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