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Antique Kuba rug, third quarter 19th century, Jek or Gyryz village, Khynalyg District, Mountainous  Kuba Region, North East Azerbaijan.

Sotheby's Sale: L04760 | Location: London
Auction Dates: Session 1: Wed, 28 Apr 04 2:30 PM

LOT 40 (of 73)

A KUBA RUG, NORTHEAST CAUCASUS

4,000—6,000 GBP

MEASUREMENTS
212 by 109cm., 6ft. 11in. by 3ft. 7in.

DESCRIPTION
circa 1880