A KAZAK PRAYER RUG, , SOUTHWEST CAUCASUS, | Christie's

Sale 7985

American and European Decorative Arts including Rugs

New York, East

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2 April 1997

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Lot 15

A KAZAK PRAYER RUG,

SOUTHWEST CAUCASUS,

Price realised

USD 437

Estimate

USD 400 - USD 600

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A KAZAK PRAYER RUG,
southwest caucasus,
the cobalt mihrab containing a polygonal medallion and latchhook devices within a crimson and ivory decorative octagon border--
approximately 5ft. 7in. x 3ft. 7in.
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