Bidspirit auction | SHIRVAN PRAYER RUG, EAST CAUCASUS,

SHIRVAN PRAYER RUG, EAST CAUCASUS, CIRCA 1890 - The blue mihrab with allover polychrome hooked rhombus medallions, within a serrated leaf lattice supported by small flora forms and ibex, below a chamfered arch, blue hand and ibex spandrels, within an ivory continuous stepped medallion 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 63 x 44 inches; 4ft.5 inches x 3ft.8in; 161 x 112cm. 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 63 x 44 inches; 4ft.5 inches x 3ft.8in; 161 x 112cm. 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