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A highly original, large and antique KARABAKH RUG, Armenia, …
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55
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A highly original, large and antique KARABAKH RUG, Armenia, …
See original version (French)
Estimate €1,300 - €1,600
Voluntary lot
Description
A highly original, large and antique KARABAKH RUG, Armenia, Caucasus
Late 19th century. Napoleon III period.
Dimensions: 290 x 155 cm.
Wool pile on a wool backing.
Decorative style reminiscent of French Savonnerie, motifs introduced by French influence during the invasion of Russia by Napoleon I’s armies.
Lilac field decorated with rows of crenellated medallions creating a mirror effect and panels inlaid with floral bouquets in soft, pastel tones.
Border featuring geometric star-shaped floral motifs.
Some oxidation and natural wear.
Bibliography: Roger Bechirian, Ulrich Schurmann, Dr Thompson, H. Roppers, Albert Achdjian, Robert de Calatchi, Armen Hengeldian.
See original version (French)
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Ref. : V8031 -
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