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A Kuba Prayer rug (namazlyg), Southern Kuba Region, North East Azerbaijan.

Lot 92
Kuba Prayer Rug, Northeast Caucasus, last quarter 19th century, (areas of wear, end fraying, black oxidation), 4 ft. 8 in. x 3 ft. 8 in.
Estimate $2,500-3,500

Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2457
Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers of Antiques & Fine Art