Talish Rug, Southwest Caucasus, mid-19th Century

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Talish Rug,

A Talish Rug, Southwest Caucasus, mid-19th Century, oxidized browns. Approximately 8 ft. by 3 ft. 6 in. (2.44 m. by 1.07 m.)
Warp: Wool, Z3S, alternate warp moderately to strongly depressed, ivory
Weft: Cotton, Z3S, 2 shoots, white
Pile: Cotton, symmetrical knot
Density: 10-11 horizontal, 10-11 vertical
Sides: Wool, 2 cords of 2 warps each, overcast blue
Ends: Warp fringe
Colors: Venetian red, terra-cotta, ivory, midnight blue, seafoam green, butterscotch, celery, teal green, cornflower blue, rose, deep Wedgewood blue, deep salmon, aqua, mink, celadon, mint, spice, black

Lot 40

Sotheby's Fine Oriental Rugs and Carpets

New York Tuesday 6/3/89

est. $8,000-$10,000

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