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Antique Bakshaish (Bakshaiesh, Bakhshaish, Bakhshayesh) prayer rug, Azerbaijan, NW Iran, third quarter 19th century


Rugs & Carpets

Sotheby's Sale: L04760 | Location: London
Auction Dates: Session 1: Wed, 28 Apr 04 2:30 PM
 

LOT 61 (of 73)
VARIOUS PROPERTIES
f - A BAKSHAISH PRAYER RUG, NORTHWEST PERSIA

1,500—2,500 GBP
Lot Sold. Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium: 11,400 GBP

measurements: 229 by 174cm., 7ft. 6in. by 5ft. 9in.

Description: first half 19th century