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


Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2582B - Lot 103
Lot 103
Marasali Prayer Rug, East Caucasus, second half 19th century, (wear to center, re-overcast, small crease repair on one end), 4 ft. 6 in. x 3 ft. 6 in.
Estimate $2,500-3,500
Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers of Antiques and Fine Arts