Country of Origin: Caucasus/Karabagh

JBOC Comments: Compare the primary field medallion to The Tom Cole "Afshar"Baluch Rug, NE Persia, 19th c. Both share a Afshar design.

Description:

Sale Title CARPETS, EUROPEAN FURNITURE AND DECORATIVE OBJECTS


Location London, South Kensington Sale Date Apr 12, 2005
Lot Number 41 Sale Number 5758
Lot Title A unusual South Caucasian long rug

Estimate 600 - 900 British pounds
Special Notice This lot is subject to storage and collection charges.
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.
Lot Description A unusual South Caucasian long rug
very slight localized wear --268cm. x 114cm.(8ft.10in. x 3ft.9in.)

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