August Americana
Description:
Yomud Rug, West Turkestan, late 19th century, the maroon field inset with "dyrnak" guls in ivory, gold, light red, and navy, within a double latch-hooked cruciform-patterned main border, multiple contiguous "S" in hexagon minor borders, elems with large stepped reciprocal ram's horn devices, 6 ft. x 3 ft. 7 in.
Estimate $800-1,000
selvage wear, scattered corrosion, small tear in the center, missing several inches at both ends
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.
Keywords
horn devices
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
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