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A large Chinese wool rug featuring a vibrant deep red field decorated with scattered auspicious symbols, including stylised floral roundels and ‘Shou’ characters representing longevity. The central field is enclosed by a multi-banded border, with the primary decorative band showcasing a continuous Greek key or meander pattern in gold and black. The rug is finished with a cream cotton fringe at both ends. The thick wool pile is set on a cotton foundation.
Total length including fringe: 325 cm
Pile length excluding fringe: 311 cm
Width: 248 cm.
Condition report:
The rug is in good overall condition with typical signs of wear consistent with age and domestic use. There is noticeable rippling and creasing from storage, which should flatten with use. Minor surface soiling and debris are present from being displayed outdoors for photography. The fringe shows some light tangling and minor fraying at the edges. No major stains, holes, or significant pile loss are visible.
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