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Antique Bordjalou rug, so called "Sewan Kazak" rug, late 19th century, Borchaly / Bordjalou Uyezd

Sotheby's Carpets
London | 12 Oct 2005, 10:30 AM | L05871
LOT 84
PROPERTY OF A EUROPEAN PRIVATE COLLECTOR
A SEWAN KAZAK RUG, SOUTHWEST CAUCASUS,
approximately 203 by 177cm., 6ft. 8in. by 5ft. 9in.
circa 1890

ESTIMATE 3,000-5,000 GBP
Lot Sold: 3,600 GBP