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Lot: 14
Shirvan Prayer Rug Frequently seen in the market ten years ago, antique
prayer rugs from the eastern Caucasus have become rarer. This white-ground
example, made in Shirvan judging by its knotting structure, shows the
diamond lattice design of stylised leaves filled with colourful flowers that
is typical of the region. Here it covers the entire field so that the
bridge-like prayer arch appears to float on top. – Original side finishes
and kilim ends, slight signs of wear in the pile, worn away along the sides.
Origin: East Caucasus
Size: 151 x 120 cm
Age: Second half 19th century
Estimate: 5.000,00 €
Literature: EDER, DORIS, Orientteppiche. Band 1: Kaukasische Teppiche.
(Battenberg antiques catalogues) Munich 1979
Rippon Boswell & Co.
International Auctioneers of Rare Carpets & Textiles
Major Spring Auction
Auction date: Saturday 23. May 2009 at 03 PM
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