This rug is 60” x 40” with a distinctive star pattern. It is 100% woven
wool. I say handmade but the difference between Navajo and Turkish can
be quite significant. I sourced this from the daughter of a specialty
carpet cleaner. He had this gifted to...
Found this and Google Lens has this all over the place. Clearly hand
crafted based on the interior as shown in photos. Any idea to help age
or maker or even origin?
Hello These two pieces have a rough exterior to them. I think the
texture shows in the photos. For lack of a better description, the rough
texture reminds me of salt crystals. The plate is 6.5” wide.
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I believe the generous contributors to this thread. Someone suggested I
have a professional rug person check this. I do not have anyone local to
do so. I have not checked the responses for several days. I am sorry to
cause unnecessary drama.
I didn’t have a place to start. I know I need to have someone look at
this piece. Based on the small bit of provenance I have! I do think
there is some age. Thank you for the lead!
Thank you. I don‘t really care about the age of this piece. Should it
end up being a much older piece, it will be a great find for someone.
Then again, someone will love it for the statement it makes.
Looking at your first page of listings is a turn off as a buyer. I do
not buy from someone whose eBay listings look like a brick & mortar
store catalog. I prefer the folksy homestyle pictures or photos that are
clearly taken by the seller. This gives...