333: AN ANTIQUE CAUCASIAN KARAGASHLI SHIRVAN RUG C. 1880

The pale blue field with a column of red rectangular reserves, each enclosing a pale blue rosette with a cruciform centerpiece interspersed with a hooked angular vine surrounded by rosettes, animals and human figure, within an ochre main border having a design of stylized tulip and diagonal serrated leaf.
Measures 69 x 41.25 inches.
Pile worn to the knots and a number of areas of foundation showing, replaced edge wrap, end losses, etc., a dry, dusty and unwashed estate rug; no pet stain, hardened area or odor.
$200 - $300