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Antique Karabagh Cloudband rug, this is one of the very few earlier examples, ~1870s, Azerbaijan
Lot 130
Cloudband Karabagh Rug, South Caucasus, second half 19th century, (black corrosion), 8 ft. 10 in. x 3 ft. 3 in.
Estimate $4,000-6,000
Sold for $17,625

Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2389 - Lot 130
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