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Antique Shirvan rug, Azerbaijan. 19th century. Rippon Boswell & Co. International Auctioneers of Rare Carpets & Textiles


Major Spring Auction
Auction date: Saturday 25. May 2013. Lot: 79
Shirvan Long Rug This blue-ground Shirvan long rug shows a tree design arranged in three parallel rows as well as a wide border. An extremely fine weave. – Slight signs of wear in the pile, which is rather low in places. Original sides, remains of the kilim finishes survive at both ends.
Origin: East Caucasus
Dimensions: 426 x 125 cm
Age: Second half 19th century
Estimate: 6,000.00 €
Literature: BAUSBACK, PETER, Alte und antike orientalische Knupfkunst. Mannheim 1983, pl. p. 63