EAGLE KAZAK RUG, SOUTHWEST CAUCASUS

Late 19th century

Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, August 8, 1999, lot 727;
Jonathan Trace, New York.

Pile generally good dense, randing from 1/8th of an in. to low to knot heads in oxidized areas. Small vertical foldwear in top medallion. Some minor visible spot foundation in lower end. Upper medallion with dark staining with further scattered spot stains and surface dirt. Central medallion with a 1 in. diameter gum residue area. Sides original with some later overcasting. Lower end missing outer guard stripes. Both ends secured with cloth tape sewn on reverse. Supple handle, good lustrous wool, good overall condition will enhance with cleaning.
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