Kirmanrug.jpg
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Summary
Description Kirmanrug.jpg |
English:
Kirman vase carpet from South east Persia, mid 17thc entury, corroded black, minute repairs in centre, otherwise outstanding condition
11ft.1in. x 5ft. (339cm. x 153cm),sold as Lot 100 of sale 7845 by Christie's in London on April 15th 2010 for record price of £6,201,250/$9.599 Million (including buyer's premium). It was a record for both carpets and islamic art in general.
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Date | Mid 17th century |
Source | http://www.faz.net/m/%7B9C37990A-81AF-4E6A-B022-4AA25DF59F57%7Dg225_4.jpg |
Author | artwork:unknown |
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"Vase technique" carpet, Kirmān, 17th century