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Bakhshaish Medallion carpet
Code: BSHM01
Size: 275x345cm
Size (ft): 9'0"x11'3"
Area: 9.48 m2
 Density: 210 000 knots per square meter, 135 KPSI
 Dyes: 100% natural dyes: weld, indigo, pomegranate skin, madder, walnut husks, alum as mordant
Materials: Handcarded and handspun wool for pile, wool warps and cotton wefts
 

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