Bidspirit auction | A FINE LATE 19TH CENTURY

A FINE LATE 19TH CENTURY AKSTAFA PRAYER RUG - The dark blue field with allover offset rows of polychrome octagonal medallions within a serrated saffron vine lattice below an open hooked medallion and comb dais, an ivory flower head filled arch, chevron plant spandrels within an ivory border enclosing polychrome continuous linked hooked arrow heads. Measures approximately 71 x 35 inches; 5ft.11 inches x 2ft.11in; 181 x 89cm. 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 71 x 35 inches; 5ft.11 inches x 2ft.11in; 181 x 89cm. Condition Sound overall condition. Sides with some later overcasting, ends good no losses, short fringes present. Pile overall good, negligible wear. Provenance The Estate Collection of John Adair Jr. Atchison, Kansas and Tokyo, Japan