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Place of Origin: Canadian
Early 20th Century Canadian Hooked Carpet ( 5'4" x 14'6'' - 163 x 442 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Canadian Hooked Carpet ( 5'4" x 14'6'' - 163 x 442 )
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1920s Vintage Canadian Rugs and Carpets

Materials

Wool

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