A Khorossan carpet, Northeast Persia

Pile ranges from approximately 1/8 of an inch to low to knotheads and foundation in areas throughout field. Scattered small areas of moth damage; scattered small restitching to worn areas. There is an approximately 15 x 7 inch stepped reweave into left side of field and part of guard borders, upper right corner of carpet with scattered repiling, some further smaller repiled areas throughout. Reweaves and repiled areas distinguishable by brighter colors. Ends secured with binding stitch and now with some losses to upper end. Sides with losses and overcasting to salvages. Supple handle. Recommend cleaning and restoration.
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