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Antique Heriz rug, Azerbaijan, NW Iran, first half 19th century.


A PART-SILK HERIZ CARPET
NORTH WEST PERSIA, FIRST HALF 19TH CENTURY

Price Realized $42,782

Sale Information
Christies SALE 7429 —
ORIENTAL RUGS AND CARPETS
25 October 2007
London, King Street

Lot Description
A PART-SILK HERIZ CARPET
NORTH WEST PERSIA, FIRST HALF 19TH CENTURY
Spots of wear particularly in the silk highlights, corroded black, slightly dry, small scattered repairs, lacking outer stripe
8ft.2in. x 6ft.2in. (248cm. x 188cm.)