Antique Caucasian Shirvan "Akstafa" prayer rug, Southern Shirvan Region, Salyan (Saliani) District, Azerbaijan. Late 19th century

Sotheby's Sale: N08218 | Location: New York
Auction Dates: Session 1: Thu, 01 Jun 06 10:15 AM
 

LOT 14 (of 189)
AN AKSTAFA PRAYER RUG, EAST CAUCASUS,

7,000—10,000 USD
Lot Sold. Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium: 18,000 USD
 

MEASUREMENTS: approximately 5ft. 8in. by 3ft. (1.73 by 0.91m.)

DESCRIPTION
circa 1890

Condition Note: original light blue and ivory kilim end finishes, oxidized browns, minor losses to selvages