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Antique "Shield" Kazak rug, 19th century, Kazak or Borchali Uyezd

Sale 2347 Lot 118

Sewan Kazak Rug, Southwest Caucasus, last quarter 19th century, (small areas of minor wear, small edge and end repairs, light brown corrosion), 10 ft. 9 in. x 5 ft.
Estimate $7,000-9,000

Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers of Antiques and Fine Arts