A Saroukh rug, West Persia

the ivory medallion within a madder lozenge surrounded by indigo, with ivory to the corners of the field, overall palmettes and rosettes within the field, the madder border with palmettes and scrolling vines

Overall measurements: 133cm across the top, 128cm across the bottom, 199cm along left side, 197cm along right side Pile dense, evenly sheared overall approx. 1mm, with wear to knot heads in central medallion and top, right hand side slightly stiff handle and damp bloom (needs cleaning), small patch in lower border, ends trimmed to edge of guard stripe and overlocked, section of repair on outermost upper edge on right hand side; decorative turn of the century rug. EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE USA. Due to recent changes in the U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin can no longer be imported into the U.S. Please check with the sale administrator if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.
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EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE USA.
Due to recent changes in the U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin can no longer be imported into the U.S.
Please check with the sale administrator if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.