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Antique Derbend rug, 19th century 


Lot 75
Daghestan Rug, Northeast Caucasus, second half 19th century, (areas of wear, black corrosion, small crude repairs), 8 ft. 4 in. x 4 ft. 2 in.
Estimate $3,000-5,000
Sold for $3,408
Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2389
Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers of Antiques & Fine Art