Hi Jennifer,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A modern Sumak Ararat "Noah's Ark" hand-loomed silk carpet
made by Carpedocia, Turkey, late 20th/early 21st Century
In an earth tones palette of browns and creams, featuring five columns of eight blocks with birds, within a stylized border and cream selvedges, silk on cotton support.
4' 2-1/2" by 6' 3''
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition
PROVENANCE: acquired in Turkey in 2004
$400-600*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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