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Antique Zakatala rug, North Azerbaijan, late 19th century,

Lot No: 1069
A Zakatala rug
Caucasus, late 19th century
size approximately 4ft. x 6ft. 6in.

Estimate: $4,500 - 5,500

Sale 15436 - Fine Oriental Rugs and Carpets, 19 Dec 2007
San Francisco and Los Angeles

Bonhams