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A rare antique Caucasian bag fragment, 19th century, Khyzy (Khizi, Xızı) District (south of Shabran (Devechi), north west of Baku), Azerbaijan


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Sothebys Sale: L05871 | Location: London
Auction Dates: Session 1: Wed, 12 Oct 05 10:30 AM

LOT 20 (of 102)
A SOUMAC BAGFACE, EAST CAUCASUS,

800—1,200 GBP
Lot Sold. Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium: 1,200 GBP
measurements: approximately 41 by 30cm., 1ft. 4in. by 11in.

Description: circa 1880
Condition Note: reovercast sides