A Kashan 'Mohtasham' rug, Central Persia

184cm left hand side, 192cm right hand side, 142cm top, 143cm bottom. Overall in very good condition. Close cut pile generally even 2mm. One minute repair to the top in the inner small border approx. 1cm. and a similar one in the lower border. Minor areas of localised wear in right hand border approximately halfway down. Magenta silk sidecord wrapping mainly worn. Warp fringes trimmed. A light and detailed work of fine quality with very good wool and unusual colour. Ready to use or display.
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