The rug has both full pile are worn areas as shown. The worn areas can be dyed, though the condition was necessary to represent clearly before completing any dye work. The origianl fringe is intact and full with only a few slight losses. The rug is free of animal stains or odors.

This rug has been professionally hand cleaned by our own conservation team with a restorative thorough washing adhering to National Institute of Textiles and AIC (American Institute for the Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works) guidelines. The protein and lanolin based soap conditions the natural fibres in the rug and returns the original lustrous character and richness of colour to the wool. No steam extraction methods or chemical detergents were used during the cleaning process. Ever step possible was taken to preserve the historic nature and conserve the rugs condition.