Americana Online Online
Description:
Kuba "Zejwa" Rug, Northeast Caucasus, early 20th century, the abrashed royal blue field featuring two large ivory, and terra-cotta "flame" palmettes flanked by a row of latch-hooked octagons and small-scale stylized rosettes and eight-pointed stars, all within an ivory serrated leaf and "wineglass" main border, multiple meandering vine and carnation minor borders, 5 ft. 11 in. x 4 ft. 1 in.
Estimate $500-600
scattered areas of repiling, selvage wear and scattered dark brown oxidation
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.
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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