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Lot: 273
Shirvan The midnight blue field of this finely woven carpet from the Shirvan
region is almost completely filled by a red shield shape, notched in several
places and outlined in a wide, white contour. It contains five box shapes,
each decorated with a cross, and stylised trees. Commonly used in the East
Caucasus, this design is called "orduch". Small repiled areas, restored
selvedges, good overall condition.
Origin: East Caucasus
Dimensions: 195 x 121 cm
Age: Late 19th century
Estimate: 7,000.00 €
Rippon Boswell & Co.
International Auctioneers
of rare carpets &
textiles
Major Autumn Auction
Auction date: Saturday 04. December 2010 at 15 o'clock
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