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Sothebys Sale: N08038 | Location: New York
Auction Dates: Session 1: Thu, 16 Dec 04 10:15 AM

LOT 36 (of 161)
A BERGAMA RUG, WEST ANATOLIA,

5,000—7,000 USD

measurements: approximately 4ft. 8in. by 4ft. 2in. (1.42 by 1.27m.)

Description: mid-19th century

Condition Note: oxidized browns and burgundies, partially rewoven sides and ends,

CATALOGUE NOTE
For a 17th century Anatolian rug with a related rumi-filled lattice design field see: Denny, Walter B., The Classical Tradition in Anatolian Carpets, The Textile Museum, Washington D. C., (exh. cat.), London, 2002, p. 91, no. 29.