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

Sotheby's Sale: W02871 | Location: London, Olympia
FINE RUGS & CARPETS INCLUDING ISLAMIC TEXTILES
Auction Dates: Session 1: Tue, 11 Jun 02 2:00 PM
 

LOT 107 (of 111)
An Akstafa prayer rug, West Caucasus, circa 1880

3,000—5,000 GBP
Lot Sold. Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium: 5,875 GBP

MEASUREMENTS: 176 by 80cm., 5ft. 9in. by 2ft. 8in