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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.
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

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