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Antique Kuba rug, Southern Kuba Region, North East Azerbaijan

Lot 132
Shirvan Rug, East Caucasus, last quarter 19th century, (slight even wear, rewoven area on one end), 4 ft. 10 in. x 3 ft. 5 in.
Estimate $3,000-4,000
Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2436
Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers of Antiques & Fine Art