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Antique Zakatala rug in a soft yellow ground, North Azerbaijan.



Sotheby's Sale: N08258 | Location: New York
Auction Dates: Session 1: Thu, 14 Dec 06
LOT 149 (of 276)
MEASUREMENTS: Approximately 7ft. 2in. by 5ft. 8in. (2.18 by 1.73m.)
A ZAKATALA RUG, SOUTH CAUCASUS

4,000—6,000 USD
Lot Sold. Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium: 2,700 USD