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Antique Heriz rug, Azerbaijan, NW Iran, late 19th century.


Sotheby's Important Americana
New York | 24 Jan 2014, 02:00 PM | N09100
LOT 181
A HERIZ CARPET, NORTHWEST PERSIA
approximately 17ft. 6in. by 11ft. 3in. (5.33 by 3.43m.)
circa 1890
ESTIMATE 20,000-30,000 USD
Lot Sold: 28,125 USD