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Serapi in original condition, before repair. The corner of this rug has been affected by moth damage, and the fringe has begun to unravel. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Brown, gray, black, are all appealing pigments to moths, who use taste to navigate since they lack eyes. Pet hair has accumulated over time on this section of the rug. The edge, as well as the fringe, have both begun to unravel in this area. The edge, as well as the fringe, have both begun to unravel in this area. The edge, which guards the sides of the rug, has unraveled. The edge, which guards the sides of the rug, has unraveled. Heavy traffic, outdoor shoes, and vacuuming, are challenges which all hand-made rugs face. Heavy traffic, outdoor shoes, and vacuuming, are challenges which all hand-made rugs face. Heavy traffic, outdoor shoes, and vacuuming, are challenges which all hand-made rugs face. Pet activity has taken its toll on this area. Pet activity has taken its toll on this area. Here is an example of poor quality sewing as opposed to authentic restoration techniques. The entire motif is in danger of fading away.
Serapi (circa 1880) before restoration. It is made out of naturally-dyed hand-spun wool, with long fibers which guarantees longevity. The appearance of a medium blue has made it unique.
Serapi (circa 1880) before restoration. It is made out of naturally-dyed hand-spun wool, with long fibers which guarantees longevity. The appearance of a medium blue has made it unique.
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