| Shahr Kurd Carpet, Chahar Mahal Region, Iran,
Mid-20th century. Size: 6 foot 8 inch by 10
foot 4 inch.
Structure: Symmetrical knot. 9 knots per
horizontal inch and 7 knots per vertical inch. 63
per square inch (976.5 per square decimeter)
Yarn Spin: Z.
Warp: 3 ply ivory cotton.
Weft: 2 shots blue cotton.
Pile: 2 wool singles.
Ends: Post-hitch wharf binding with 1
inch warp fringe.
Selvages: Single cord overcastting red wool.
Handle: Heavy
Further Notes: Excellent condition. Birds in
the pattern.
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