NORTH INDIA, CIRCA 1900

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

Pile is generally good, dense, ranging from near-original, approximately 1/4 of an inch to low to knot-heads and minor spot foundation. Some scattered small reweaves, with the largest reweaves being in the upper end border, one approximately 9in. x 3in. and the other irregular stepped reweave approximately 8 in. x 4 in, a much smaller approximately 2 in. x 4 in. reweave to lower end of field and some scattered smaller to lower-end guard border, not extensive. Few smaller reweaves, reweaves are generally well-executed. A few scattered restitched slits, mostly to the lower-end guard border. Greens partially oxidized and now low to knot-heads in areas, where some tinting has been applied. Lower right-end corner and field at inner guard borders with some exposed wefts, probably cat scratches. Later bound at all four sides. Supple handle, good overall condition. Some scattered spot stains and surface dirt, recommend light cleaning. Very attractive color palette and allover design.