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Antique Bordjalou rug, mid 19th century, Karachop district, Borchaly / Bordjalou Uyezd

A Fachralo Kazak rug, Southwest Caucasus,
approximately 7ft. 1in. by 5ft. 4in. (2.16 by 1.62m.)
mid-19th century

Estimate 20,000 — 30,000 USD
LOT SOLD. 31,200 USD (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)

Sothebys CARPETS
01 JUNE 2006 | 10:15 AM EDT
NEW YORK