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There is a patch of colour variation across the ground which is a producf of how the light falls on the pile and is more visible from some angles than others

This is a very pleasing antique rug

A pretty mid twentieth century Saraband rug from the Hamadan district in northwest Persia

A 1930s Sarouk rug from northwest Persia

20th century Persian Afshar rug with central diamond medallion surrounded by flower motifs in green and blue on a glowing orange-pink-red field

Afet underlay There is a patch ofA 1920s Ushak carpet from west Anatolia. Red field with all over traditional large angular palmettes; red flowerhead main border with blue and green guards. The colours glow characteristic of this style. Slight wear in places, slight losses to ends but overall good condition for its age. Soft handle. Video at https: youtu. be vTZvjmtYdA0 339 x 312cm