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Late 20th Century Handmade Chinese Peking Room Size Carpet in Blue and Mauve

About the Item

A vintage Chinese Peking room size carpet handmade during the late 20th century in blue, mauve, and cream. Measures: 9' 1" x 11' 9".
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 109 in (276.86 cm)Length: 141 in (358.14 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Chippendale (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 20th Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 297811stDibs: LU882324217232
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