Bidspirit auction | KARABAKH RUG, SOUTH EAST CAUCASUS,

KARABAKH RUG, SOUTH EAST CAUCASUS, LATE 19TH CENTURY - Of archaic form, the blue field with two pointed cartouche medallions, supported by pairs of leaves and stylised fauna forms within a green continuous flower head border. Considerable mothing to the pile throughout. This rug has been stored in sub-zero cold storage (0°F) for over two weeks to ensure no ongoing issues with larvae or insect activity. Measures approximately 43 x 39 inches; 3ft.7 inches x 3ft.3in; 110 x 100cm. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Measures approximately 43 x 39 inches; 3ft.7 inches x 3ft.3in; 110 x 100cm. Condition Please examine all the images carefully, with particular reference to the last image which is backlit to show the extent of OLD moth damage from the reverse side of the rug showing the extent of holes present. Every effort has been made to fully show the extent of the extant holes but we cannot guarantee that there may be others present. Provenance Provenance: The Estate Collection of John Adair Jr. Atchison, Kansas and Tokyo, Japan