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Antique Shirvan "Chajli" rug, Southern Shirvan Region, Salyan (Saliani) District, Azerbaijan. Late 19th century.


An unusual antique Akstafa long rug

Sale Information
Christie's Sale 5198
Furniture, Carpets & Decorative Objects
30 October 2007
London, South Kensington
 

Lot Description
An unusual antique Akstafa long rug
271cm. x 117cm.(8ft.11in. x 3ft.10in.)