Description:
Shirvan "Chi-Chi" Rug, Northeast Caucasus, c. 1900, the navy field inset with alternating rows of polychrome stepped and hooked medallions and eight-pointed stars in octagons, all within a chocolate brown stylized rosette main border, barber pole variant and reciprocal quatrefoil-patterned minor borders, 4 ft. 9 in. x 3 ft. 4 in.
Estimate $1,200-1,500
very minor area of repiling at the bottom in the border
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Richard Belkin
Specialist, Rugs & Carpets
508-970-3247
Benjamin Mini
Director, Rugs & Carpets
Regional Director, Maine and Northern New England
508-970-3238
Colin Kraft
Business Manager, Rugs & Carpets
508-970-3247
Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets
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