Sale 1689
New York
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11 - 12 July 2006
Price realised
USD 240
Estimate
This lot is offered without a reserve
A DOROSCH RUG, East Persia, First Quarter 20th Century, Approximately 6ft. 7in. 5ft. 1in. (201 x 155cm.)
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