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Antique Shirvan prayer rug / namazlyg, Shirvan Region, Azerbaijan.


Sotheby's Sale: N08258 | Location: New York
Auction Dates: Session 2: Thu, 14 Dec 06 2:00 PM

LOT 198 (of 276)

LOT 198

A SHIRVAN PRAYER RUG, EAST CAUCASUS,

4,000—6,000 USD

MEASUREMENTS: approximately 5ft. 3in. by 3ft. 11in. (1.60 by 1.19m.)

DESCRIPTION: possibly dated 1311 (1893) or 1319 (1901)

Condition Note: original kilim ends, oxidized browns, foldwear with minor repiling, overcast sides