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Antique Saliani rug, c. 1880, Southern Shirvan Region, Azerbaijan.


Lot No: 4036
An Akstafa runner
Caucasus
late 19th century
size approximately 4ft. 4in. x 9ft. 5in.

Estimate: US$3,000 - 5,000

Sale 19981 - Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets, 6 Mar 2012
New York
Bonhams Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers