A Seychour long rug, East Caucasus

Measurements: Pile overall good, varies from 5mm down to knotbars and in localised areas to foundation. The bottom right corner has been re-woven, inclusive of a strip of the selvedge to the right hand border, this section measures at widest and longest approx. 20 by 20cm. There is a smaller replaced section also to the lower end border which measures approx. 2 by 2cm. The upper and lower end with some wear. Mainly original sidecords with some restorations. Ends machine overlocked, would benefit from being stabilised. Unusual yellow ground and good clear fresh colour.
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