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Antique Kuba long rug, Southern Kuba Region, North East Azerbaijan

Lot 98
Kuba Long Rug, Northeast Caucasus, last quarter 19th century, (slight moth damage on one end, some black oxidation), 9 ft. 2 in. x 3 ft.
Estimate $5,000-7,000
Sold for $8,888
Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2457
Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers of Antiques & Fine Art