Lot 10
  • 10

A Karabagh gallery carpet, South Caucasus

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • wool, pile
  • approximately 560 by 197cm; 18ft. 4in., 6ft. 5in.

Condition

Overall measurements: 187cm across the top, 197cm across the bottom, 556cm along the left side, 560cm along the right side Generally even 3-4mm pile overall. Soft lustrous wool, with vibrant and varied colours including light aubergine. There is a repaired horizontal split in the right hand border, through the 4th palmette down from the top.. Trimmed fringes at both ends with soumakh finishing to secure. Re-overcast side cords. Striking decorative piece.
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