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JBOC attribution Caucasian Rugs - Karabagh rug - Northern Nagorno Karabakh - Chelaberti

The Wher Collection Floral Carpet Floral Carpet early 18th Century. This carpet in the Wher collection is closely related to a carpet in the Turk ve Islam Eserleri Museum, Istanbul inventory number 190 (3949). This early transitional carpet type uses quiet a bit of purple.

Note the Chelaberd type medallion. Previous Publication: Yetkin, Serare. Early Caucasian Carpets in Turkey. London (UK):, Oguz Press Limited Humanities Press Inc., 1978 vol 2 pages 55 & 57 and plate 182.

Note: To further a long term research project I am collecting data. When a piece such as this may be of interest to others I have decided to share my notes prior to culmination of the project. As such the attributions are my own unless otherwise stated. Any additions, information, or corrections, would be appreciated

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J. Barry O'Connell Jr.

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