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Need Help Identifying Kind of Rug I have
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#1 Posted : Thursday, July 31, 2008 9:00:51 AM(UTC)
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This rug was acquired at an estate sale. It has beautiful colors, but it needs a good cleaning. Before I spend the $ to clean it, I am wondering if anyone can tell me something about it. Is it machine made? Does it appear to be Native American? Does the pattern have a particular name? Any help will be greatly appreciated!
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#2 Posted : Thursday, July 31, 2008 9:25:07 AM(UTC)
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Hello and Welcome to the forum!

I'm not too familiar with Navajo rugs. However, from what I see of this rug, I can tell you it is absolutely hand made. The style of weaving is called "Kilim" sometimes also spelled "kelim." washing a rug like this should be approximately $2 per square foot, maybe a little more or less depending on where you are. The colored thread which makes the "pile" of this flatweave appears to be a nice quality wool, and the foundation cotton. As for age, its tough to tell unless seeing it in person, something like this I would imagine no more than 30 years old.

It appears to be in decent shape, although the fringe has been tattered pretty far down. This isn't a big deal, but be careful washing it as it should be secured. you can shampoo it yourself with cold water, but it's best to leave it up to a professional in case dyes run or other. It's a type of kilim I'm really not too familiar with. I couldn't even venture a guess as to where it was made because so many of these are made everywhere. I think the design in the border is supposed to be a flower or rose

What size is this rug? it looks very large and a little long, maybe 7'x13 or so?
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#3 Posted : Thursday, July 31, 2008 11:32:29 AM(UTC)
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Thank you! At least I know know more than before! I'd say medium size, about 4' x 7'. Again, thanks for your help.
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#4 Posted : Friday, August 1, 2008 4:50:41 AM(UTC)
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It looks so much larger for some reason! No problem, sorry I couldn't be of more assistance. do you have any other rugs up for question?
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#5 Posted : Wednesday, August 6, 2008 1:53:34 AM(UTC)
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Um, Houston, I think we have a problem.
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#6 Posted : Wednesday, August 6, 2008 2:01:14 PM(UTC)
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