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 Sheep Breeds of Azerbaijan

 Shearing, Sorting, Washing, Carding, Spinning

 "The advantages of handspun yarn to machine spun yarn"

 Rediscovery of Ancient Natural Dyes		 Our Natural Dyestuffs

 Mordants

 Difference between synthetically and naturally dyed rugs

 Weaving and Finishing Steps

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A fine antique Kuba runner, Lowland Kuba Region, Azerbaijan. Woven by local Azeri Turks.

Lot 91
Kuba Long Rug, Northeast Caucasus, last quarter 19th century, (minor reweaves along edges and ends), 8 ft. 7 in. x 3 ft. 7 in.
Estimate $5,000-7,000

Skinner Auctioneers and Appraisers
Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2389 - Lot 91