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


Sotheby's Carpets
New York | 10 Jun 2009, 10:00 AM | N08563
LOT 59
A HERIZ SILK RUG, NORTHWEST PERSIA
approximately 6ft. 1in. by 4ft. 7in. (1.85 by 1.40m.)
circa 1890
ESTIMATE 8,000-12,000 USD
Lot Sold: 10,000 USD