Sale 1439
New York
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29 November - 1 December 2004
Price realised
USD 5,975
Estimate
A LAVAR KIRMAN CARPET, Southeast Persia, Late 19th Century, the rose field with raspberry cloudforms, delicate flowers and curving leaves overall within the ivory floral border Approximately 12 ft 6 in. x 10 ft. 7 in. (381 x 323 cm.)
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