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Konya Prayer Rug C. 1870 Sotheby's Lot 158

Konya Prayer Rug

Central Anatolia, circa 1870.

Warp: Wool, Z2S, ivory.

Weft: Wool, Z1 (loosely spun), 3 - 6 shoots red.

Pile: Wool symmetrical knot.

Density: 7-8H, 10-11V.

Sides: 4 cords of 2 warps each, overcast in various shades of red.

Ends: Warp fringe

Size: Approximately 4 ft. 3 in. by 4 ft. (1.30 m. by 1.22 m.)

Colors: Cinnabar, raspberry, caramel, olive, medium to deep moss, ivory, china blue, grape, ochre, cayenne, seal brown.
Lot 158

Sotheby's Fine Oriental Rugs and Carpets

New York Saturday 12/8/90

est. $12,000-$15,000

Sold for $13,200 (includes 10% Buyers Premium)

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. Any additions, information, or corrections, would be appreciated.

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Thanks and best wishes,

J. Barry O'Connell Jr.

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