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Antique Shirvan "Shield" medallion rug, Azerbaijan. 89x134cm, 19th century.  General Carpet Auktion
lot: 223, Rippon Boswell & Co. International Auctioneers  of rare carpets & textiles. Auction date: Saturday 24. March 2012 at 15 o'clock