Oushak Rugs: Angora Oushak/Ushak carpet early 20th C. Sotheby's lot 15 Van Alen

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Sotheby's Auctions » Property from the Estate of Mrs. James H. Van Alen » lot 711

Sale N07836
AN ANGORA Oushak CARPET, WEST ANATOLIA,
New York 2,000—3,000 USD Session 3
04 Nov 02 2:00 PM
Lot Sold. Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium: 8,365 USD
MEASUREMENTS
approximately 11ft. 5in. by 8ft. 8in. (3.48 by 2.64m.)
DESCRIPTION
early 20th century color run, moth damage, stains, losses to outer guard stripes,

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