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Antique Fachralo (original name - Fakhrali, Fakhraly) prayer rug, c1870, Borchaly / Bordjalou Uyezd

Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2486 - Lot 289
Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers of Antiques & Fine Art

Lot 289
Fachralo Kazak Prayer Rug, Southwest Caucasus, second half 19th century, (areas of wear, creases), 5 ft. x 3 ft. 6 in.
Estimate $400-600
Sold for $5,333