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Splendid 6\'7\" x 9\'8\" ft excellent antique in A+ top condition possible for the age (1/1000), authentic hand knotted striking indigo blue/purple vintage rug, early 1900s estimate. This piece is made of fine purpose bred lamb sheep wool and vegetable dyes with amazing hue variation unmatched by modern techniques. Professionally cleaned with no stains, animal, tears, holes or smoke. Fine tight even pile. Double knotted upon two foundation layers for another century of durability and beauty. About 100 knots per square inch per foundation layer for approximately 200 effective kpsi or around *3 Million* hand tied knots in this piece. Lifetime Old World quality and craftsmanship from a bygone era will maintain or exceed value. Dark and light blue, green, gold, saffron, red, pink and more. Natural dyes from indigo, hyacinth, iris, weld, larkspur, saffron and more. See all images and closeups.#7177
