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Early Caucasian rug, circa 1800, Khanate Period, Azerbaijan



Sotheby's Sale: N08038 | Location: New York
Auction Dates: Session 1: Thu, 16 Dec 04 10:15 AM

LOT 46 (of 161)
A TRANS-CAUCASIAN LONG RUG, early 19th century

Condition Note: repiling, small reweaves, reselvaged with losses, cobbled repairs,

10,000—15,000 USD
Lot Sold. Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium: 12,000 USD

MEASUREMENTS: approximately 10ft. 8in. by 4ft. 3in. (3.25 by 1.29m.)

DESCRIPTION: early 19th century