Antique Persian handwoven 100% wool Sarouk Carpet from 1925 for the estate of Arthur E. Fowle, the first mayor of Los Altos Hills (& father-in-law to Senator Alan Cranston) and entrepreneur related to the creation of Silicon Valley from his residence, the 30-acre estate, "La Esperanza" which later became Los Altos Hills). Has original tags from Iran. Absolute pristine condition. Dry cleaning tag still attached.
Sarouk: 4'2" X 2'2"
Appraised by Clars Auction Gallery, auctioneers; appraisers (for $500-$600). Exceptionally high wool thread count: 10 pounds.
Persian carpets are becoming irreplaceable and more valuable due to limited imports and tariffs.
Cost can be donated to charity Sierra Nevada Foundation for tax-deduction.
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Appraised by Clars Auction Gallery, auctioneers & appraisers. $400-500.
Persian carpets are becoming irreplaceable and more valuable due to limited imports.
Cost can be donated to local charity for tax-deduction.
Sally,