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Antique Kuba Dragon flatweave rug, Northern Kuba Region, North East Azerbaijan


Sotheby's Sale: N07773 | Location: New York
Auction Dates: Session 1: Wed, 10 Apr 02 10:15 AM

LOT 82

A SOUMAC DRAGON CARPET, EAST CAUCASUS,

3,000—5,000 USD

MEASUREMENTS: approximately 8ft. 6in. by 7ft. 5in. (2.59 by 2.26m.)

DESCRIPTION: third quarter 19th century oxidized charcoals, slits, holes, small patches, foldwear, losses to ends and sides,