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

Sotheby's Important Americana: Furniture, Folk Art, Silver, Porcelain, Prints and Carpets
New York | 20 Jan 2012, 02:00 PM | N08823
LOT 163
A HERIZ CARPET, NORTHWEST PERSIA
approximately 12ft. 8in. by 9ft. 11in. (3.86 by 3.02m.)
circa 1890
ESTIMATE 40,000-60,000 USD
Lot Sold: 43,750 USD