Sale 9148
New York, Park Avenue
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8 April 1999
Price realised
USD 16,100
Estimate
A HERIZ CARPET Northwest Persia, First Quarter 20th Century The indigo star medallion anchored on the crimson field with stylized vinery within a crimson tortoise device border Approximately 16ft. 7in. x 9ft. 1in. (505cm. x 277cm.)
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