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Lot 117
Bergama Prayer Rug, West Anatolia, first half 19th century, (several small spots of repiling), 4 ft. 2 in. x 3 ft. 2 in.

Literature: For illustrations of other members of this rare group, please refer to Von Konya Bis Kokand, by Eberhart Herrmann, plate 4, pg. 40. This example later sold at Sotheby's New York on April 2, 2004, lot 50; see also Hali Magazine, No. 66, December 1992, pg. 159; Rare Oriental Carpets IV, by Eberhart Herrmann, pg. 65, plate 4; and Rippon Boswell and Company auction catalog for November 2006, lot 179.
Estimate $10,000-15,000

 

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Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2486 - Lot 117