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Antique Heriz rug, Azerbaijan, NW Iran


Sotheby's Carpets
New York | 16 Dec 2005, 10:15 AM | N08140
LOT 72
PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM A COURY
A HERIZ SILK PRAYER RUG, NORTHWEST PERSIA,
approximately 6ft. 7in. by 4ft. 10in. (2.01 by 1.47m.)
circa 1870
ESTIMATE 20,000-30,000 USD
Lot Sold: 21,600 USD