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Antique Moghan (Mughan) rug, 19th century, Azerbaijan

A MOGHAN RUG
SOUTH CAUCASUS, CIRCA 1880

Price Realized £2,040 ($4,051)
 

Sale Information
Christie's Sale 7390
Oriental Rugs and Carpets
16 April 2007
London, King Street
 

Lot Description
90 - A MOGHAN RUG
SOUTH CAUCASUS, CIRCA 1880
Areas of low wear, corroded brown, original selvages, ends missing knots
8ft.3in. x 2ft.11in. (251cm. x 89cm.)