Antique Rug

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Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage Loius de Poortere Samarkand hand-loomed wool prayer mat
Made in Belgium, mid 20th Century
In an overall palette of red and blue, centering a niche / mihrab filled with stylized foliate motifs, within a dark border, cream selvedge trim.
25 1/2 by 36 1/4 inches (65 by 92 cm)
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition; value assumes no stains, odors, tears or repairs
PROVENANCE: inherited in the 1980s from a world traveler
$300-500*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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