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I've done a lot of looking at mohair colors and sources. The best seems to be taupe from Kravet Inc. It isn't perfect but close. The two photos show the existing mohair which appears to be original on a door panel, and the other shows the Kravet product alongside some original fabric. Is this an acceptably close match? I've also found a cut-pile carpet that is a close match. Any advice appreciated. Jack

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You are lucky to get that close.
also you will find that the original has changed color after 90 years.


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Exposed fabric colors change due to dirt, UV light and oxidation over the years. Generally dark colors get lighter and light colors get darker. If you make a reasonable effort to match fabrics it will be considered correct except for a few "experts". Don't ask me to define "expert".


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Thanks. That's reassuring.

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Thanks. Darn stuff is pricey at $350 a yard. Alligator would be cheaper, if a bit uncomfortable to sit on.

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The price is why most opt for the synthetic that is a fraction of the cost. But if you want to go the "right" way what else deserves the $$$$$$. That much ice cream is very bad for our health.


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No sense in spending hundreds of dollars on an upholsterer, only to use cheap fabric. Besides, I'm not a big fan of ice cream anyhow.


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