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Antique Kuba Syrt Chichi rug, Kuba district, Azerbaijan, 1880's. 152 x 100cm


Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2389 - Lot 1

Lot 1
Chi-Chi Rug, Northeast Caucasus, last quarter 19th century, (some black corrosion, reovercast), 5 ft. x 3 ft. 3 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000
Sold for $3,408

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