Antique Heriz rug, Azerbaijan, NW Iran

Sotheby's April 10 & 11, 1981. New York, Lot 541: COVER RUG

"FINE AND IMPORTANT silk HERIZ FANTASY CARPET, Persia

Circa 1875. Severed and restored in one corner. Approximately 14 feet 8 inches (4.47 m.) x 11 feet 10 inches (3.61 m.)"

Estimate: $120,000 / 150,000

SOLD: $95,000 including buyer's premium

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