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Antique Shirvan Tachte / Saph (Saf) rug, Azerbaijan.

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

LOT 25 (of 73)
PROPERTY FROM THE CHATEAU DE GOURDON COLLECTION
A SHIRVAN RUG, EAST CAUCASUS

2,000—3,000 GBP

measurements: 292 by 158cm., 9ft. 7in. by 5ft. 2in.

Description: circa 1900