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Antique Shirvan or Kuba bird rug in a red ground, Azerbaijan.

Lot 68
Akstafa Long Rug, East Caucasus, last quarter 19th century, (areas of wear, slight end fraying), 10 ft. 8 in. x 5 ft. 2 in.
Estimate $2,500-3,500
Sold for $3,081

Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2436 - Lot 68
Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers of Antiques & Fine Art