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Antique Bordjalou rug, so called "Sewan Kazak" rug, late 19th century, Borchaly / Bordjalou Uyezd


Sotheby's Carpets
New York | 02 Dec 2003, 10:15 AM | N07946
LOT 22
PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF KENNETH S. BATTYE
A SEWAN KAZAK RUG, SOUTHWEST CAUCASUS
original end finishes
approximately 8ft. 2in. by 6ft. 2in. (2.49 by 1.88m.)
circa 1890

ESTIMATE 15,000-20,000 USDLot Sold: 21,600 USD