Hi Mary,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
The information you have about the rug is absolutely correct and yes, it's wool.
Based on the photographs and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage Afghan wool rug
circa 1930s
In a red and black palette, the central field with a long band of geometric cartouche, with narrow white sawtooth intermediate borders, fringe selvedges
approximately 4' by 7'
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition with some losses to fringe edges.
PROVENANCE: acquired in Riyadh in 1993
$800-1,200*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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