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Antique Caucasian Kazak rug, 19th century, Karachop area, NW Azerbaijan

Oriental Carpets, Textiles and Tapestries
Auction Date: 08.09.2011 - 16:00
Location: Palais Dorotheum
Lot No. 176
description: Kazak, Southwest Caucasus, made circa 1880, approx. 216 x 146 cm, ends and side edges complete and original, mostly low pile with some old areas of repair, a sewn horizontal tear, back secured at both ends with fabric border. (MA)