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Antique Kazak rug with a Ram's Horn motif, late 19th century, Azerbaijan

Major Spring Auction
Auction date: Saturday 28. May 2011 at 15 o'clock
Rippon Boswell & Co. International Auctioneers of Rare Carpets & Textiles

Lot: 28
Kazak. The side and end finishes have been filled in, several restored areas, uniformly low pile.
Origin: South West Caucasus
Dimensions: 191 x 114 cm
Age: Late 19th century