A Yomud Okbash Circa 1880
A Yomud Okbash

West Turkistan, circa 1880. Oxidized browns and blacks overcast sides. 1 ft. 11 in. by 1 ft. 6 in. (058 by 045 cm)

Warp; Wool, Z2S, ivory.

Weft: wool, Z2S, 2 shoots, dark brown, medium brown.

Pile: Wool, symmetrical knot.

Density: 10h and 17 - 19v.

Sides: Left side - 1 cord of 2 warps, overcast in red, some missing.

Right side pile forms V shape with medium brown kilim in triangular section, weft wrapper cord of 2 warps at selvage.

Ends: Overcast not original.

Colors: Deep burgundy, peacock blue, cobalt, cardamom, camel, putty brown, madder red, black.
Lot 35

Sotheby's Fine Oriental and European Carpets

December 11, 1991, New York City

Est. $25,000 - 30,000

*Graphic Image Courtesy of Sotheby's

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 and may be different that the catalogue attribution. Any additions, information, or corrections, would be appreciated

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