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8' 1" x 10' Arts & Crafts Oriental Influenced (Antique Kurdish Pattern) Axminister Rug (Circa 1915-1920).
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CONDITION: The rug has an overall good consistent pile with a worn area at the center of one side and minor low areas across some seams. There is a 1 x 7 inch rough area along one side. There is a 2 inch tear on one side. Half of the folded over binding is rough on one end. CLEANING: This rug has been professionally hand cleaned by our conservation staff with a restorative thorough washing adhering to National Institute of Textiles and AIC (American Institute for the Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works) guidelines. 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. For more information on our unique cleaning process, please see 'cleaning' in the 'services' section of our website.
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