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Antique Heriz rug, Azerbaijan, NW Iran, late 19th century.

Lot 519W
A Heriz carpet
Sold for AU$ 52,800 inc. premium

The Owston Collection Sydney, Paddington
25 Jun 2010 10:30 EST

Bonhams Auction 17688
LOT DETAILS
A Heriz carpet
the pale blue field woven with a trellis of stylised plants, the chocolate main border woven with palmettes and meander, 375cm wide, 530cm high, (147.5" wide, 208.5" high)