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Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this piece to the 1880s.
Antique Caucasian Dagestan rug with 'blossom' design on a dark charcoal ground.
Circa 1880.

The rug has a classic border design which frames the rug well, note the inner and outer guards with the 'S' design .
The rug has slight even wear and good pile, the charcoal ground is partially corroded giving the rug a slightly sculpted look. The rug has excellent wool and is very soft to the touch with a floppy handle.
Hand washed and ready for use or display, the rug is suitable for light domestic use.
A very good and scarce example of type.
Stock Number: H-483.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this piece to the 1880s.
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