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A Bidjar wagireh, Sotheby's lot 87

New York 5,000—7,000 USD Session 1, 14 Dec 01 10:15 AM

Lot Sold. Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium: 10,200 USD

DESCRIPTION

A Bidjar wagireh, North Persia, late 19th century, wool warps, slight losses to border at one end, small reweave at other end, minor tinting, approximately 8 ft. 11 in. by 5 ft. (2.72 by 1.52 m.)

For a similar Bidjar wagireh with a Gerus design see: Christie's New York, December 13, 2000, lot 162.

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