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Bergama rug with stylzed "Holbein" pattern, 19th century. Istanbul Vakiflar Hali Museum, inv. no: E2

 

134 cm. x 245 cm.
Knot density: 26 x 33 dm.2
Source: Turkish Handwoven Carpets Catalogue No: 1, THC Pattern Code 0005