SUPERB Antique PERSIAN KASHAN Oriental Rug 12x20 r8874 Start Price USD 42,500.00 Current Price USD 42,500.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, July 14, 2008 End Time Monday, July 21, 2008 Location Central Pa See more about 'SUPERB Antique PERSIAN KASHAN Oriental Rug 12x20 r8874' Description Superb AntiqueKashan Rug  Description: This is a superb Persian Kashan from the 1910's in pristine condition. The pile is 100% full, the sides and ends are perfect. This rug is the best quality in perfect condition. The rug is signed "Tafshanjian" at the top. The Tafshanjian family was exiled to America after the genocide of Armenians in Turkey before 1900. He was a very famous expert in Oriental rugs and began to make special orders of Sarouk rugs for his American customers. In order to compete with Mohtasham Kashan Manchester wool rugs, in 1910 Tafshanjian wove this custom made 20x12 rug for a rich American customer. The rug is made of Manchester (kork) wool. The script on the corners is advice from the famous ancient Persian Book of Kalileh Demneh, which reads "Though the precious jewels like diamonds and emeralds fall in the dirt and mud, they never lose their quality and value like good natured people." The rug was kept in excellent condition and its pile is better than Mohtesham Kashan. This antique rug is very collectable. The rug has no wear, stain, or smell and has been professionally hand cleaned and shampooed. Size: 12' x 20' 4" Colors:  Eggplant background with cream, red, dark magenta, dark teal. S/H: Due to size, the rug must be sent by truck. $375 plus insurance. If you return the rug, we will pay for return shipping. Returns: We accept returns on rugs with NO restocking fee. We will refund your full purchase price less shipping and handling if you contact us within 24 hours after the rug is delivered.   Our rugs sell at higher prices than many others on eBay because we take the time to properly hand clean and shampoo the rugs before listing them.We have been selling rugs professionally for over 30 yrs have a shop open to the public and provide excellent service on ebay. We spend the time and money to properly clean and repair the rugs we are selling. We know rugs and tell you the correct condition in detail and do not make buyers email us for information on the rug--most buyers do not know what to ask. We guarantee 100% that we describe the rug correctly, not like live auctions where you buy "as is." We sell a wide range of rugs on eBay, ranging from rare antiques to more affordable rugs. We guarantee 100% that the rug's condition is as we describe it or your money back. We accept check, money order, or Paypal. If you pay by check or money order, we will deduct 2% off the final bid price.                         Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. Place a Bid!