Lot 32
  • 32

A Kuba small carpet, Northeast Caucasus

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • wool on wool
  • approximately 8ft. 5in. by 5ft. 8in. (2.57 by 1.73m.)

Condition

Pile generally low to knotheads throughout. Scattered foldwear and oxidized dark browns, most now repiled. Small reweave in lower end of left border, two repaired slits nearby. Another small reweave in lower end border, further smaller reweaves. Sides partially reselvedged and overcast. Reweaves to outer end guard stripes, now secured with chain stitch. Supple handle, unusual dimensions.
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