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Antique Bordjalou Karapapakh zili presented as "Armenian wedding blanket", Borchaly / Bordjalou Uyezd


Lot No. 18
Description
Armenian wedding blanket,
South Caucasus, approx. 216 x 154 cm, late 19th century, Hohlbein embroidery on different coloured linen-weave fabric base, five rows of headless animal abstractions which form into rhombic patterns at the head, universal piece with outstanding colour quality and condition, side edges and end braiding original. (MA)
Specialist: Wolfgang Matschek
estimate EUR 1.800,- to 2.200,-
USD 2.350,- to 2.900,-*

Online Catalogue: Oriental Carpets, Textiles and Tapestry - 26.09.2012
Oriental Carpets, Textiles and Tapestry
Auction Date: 26.09.2012 - 14:00
Location: Palais Dorotheum