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Antique Derbend rug in a madder red field, late 19th century 

A DAGHESTAN RUG
EAST CAUCASUS, CIRCA 1880

Price Realized £2,375 ($3,677)
 

Sale Information
Christie's Sale 7845
Oriental Rugs and Carpets
15 April 2010
London, King Street

 

Lot Description
111-A DAGHESTAN RUG
EAST CAUCASUS, CIRCA 1880
Even light wear, a few very small cobbled repairs, minimal localised moth damage and faded old tinting
8ft.10in. x 4ft.10in. (268cm. x 147cm.)