Number 1838
Type Village
Material Wool
Style Medallion
Origin Saruk
Size 144 x 110
Age 1880
A solid good antique Persian rug, quite unusually sized for the provenance of Saruk Farahan whose rugs almost invariably appear in Ghaliche size. The ivory field pleasantly combines with a range of delightful natural dyes, veering towards the lighter end of the spectrum. Quite a happy piece in a very handy size. Perfect condition with full pile.
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