<p>Please Note: Owners were smokers; smoking was restricted to outdoor areas. Some items may retain a slight residual smoke odor.</p>

Gerardo de Sousa (Brazilian, b. 1950) “O Paraíso” (The Paradise), 1980. Original signed Brazilian folk art painting on canvas depicting an Adam and Eve-inspired paradise scene with tropical birds, wildlife, serpent, and lush foliage. 
Executed in the artist’s vibrant naïve style with rich color and intricate detail throughout. Acquired in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil by owner. Signed, titled, and dated by the artist. 
Measures approximately 9” x 13”. An attractive example of Brazilian folk art and Latin American decorative painting. 

- Original painting
- Signed &#34;D. Sousa&#34;
- Figurative, naive/folk art style
- Landscape / jungle subject
- Condition: Good -  surface wear on edges
9” x 13”

Dimensions:
9 x 13
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Gerardo de Sousa Signed original Brazilian Folk Art Painting “O Paraíso” ( the Paradise) 1980

Vintage Persian silk rug measuring approximately 36” x 22” ( excluding fringe) acquired in the Tehran Bazaar, Iran prior to 1979. Features an intricate floral medallion design in salmon pink, ivory, gold, and dark brown tones with detailed borders and decorative fringe.

The owner personally purchased this rug in Tehran before the Iranian Revolution and was retained in the same family. Finely woven with an attractive traditional Persian design, suitable for use as an accent rug, wall hanging, tabletop display, or collector’s textile.
 Displays  wear to fringe and edges (as shown in pictures).


- Primary material: silk 
- Pattern/Style: Persian / Oriental; Floral / Medallion
- Colors: Coral / Salmon, Navy / Black, Beige / Gold
- Construction: handmade 
- Condition: - visible wear and fringe damage

36” no fringe 
39.5&#34; (with fringe )
22” wide
Dimensions:
22” x 36”
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Vintage Persian Silk Rug – Tehran Bazaar, Pre-1979, 36” x 22


Antique handwoven wool tribal rug featuring an all-over geometric pattern in rich red, ivory, brown, and indigo tones with traditional repeating motifs and decorative border design. Measures approximately 30&#34; x 54&#34; excluding fringe.

Personally hand selected in Tehran by owner (pre 1979), and retained in the same family. Displays traditional tribal-inspired geometric motifs and skilled handwoven craftsmanship. Owner claims it is made of natural dyes and has camel wool in its weave.

Shows age-related wear as shown in 8th photo where you can see the area it is especially worn. Some fringe is also worn off.  There is also areas of pile wear and edge wear consistent with age and use, adding to its authentic vintage character. An attractive decorative textile for collectors, traditional interiors, cabins, libraries, or bohemian-inspired spaces. Please review photographs carefully for condition and details. 


- Style / Origin: Afghan / Turkoman
- Materials: Wool pile with cotton warp
- Size (approx.): 30” x 54”
- Primary colors: Red, navy/dark blue, tan/brown
- Pile / Weave: Low pile, hand-knotted
- Condition:  visible wear, missing fringe
Dimensions:
30 x 54
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Afghan Turkoman Wool carpet (30&#34;x 54&#34;)

Vintage handwoven wool tribal rug featuring three traditional gul (rose) medallions on a rich red and navy field with intricate geometric borders. Measures approximately 36” x 22” excluding fringe.

Personally purchased by the auction owner in the Tehran Bazaar, Iran prior to 1979 and retained in the same family. Displays the bold geometric motifs and craftsmanship associated with traditional Baluch and tribal weaving traditions.

Original inventory/export tag remains attached. Age-related wear, fringe wear and fringe missing on ends,  and traces of animal hair; cleaning recommended. A striking decorative textile for collectors of Persian and tribal rugs, traditional interiors, libraries, studies, cabins, or bohemian-inspired spaces.

- Style/Pattern: Oriental, Persian
- Primary Colors: Red; Black/Dark Brown; Cream/Beige
- Material: Wool
- Construction: Hand-knotted
- Size (approx.): 30” x 55” 3.5” fringe 
- Condition: Used - good vintage condition
- Damage: fringe wear / edge wear
-  hair on rug 
Tag says P 13430
Dimensions:
30” x 55”
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Vintage Persian Wool Runner Rug, Hand-Knotted

Vintage hand-knotted wool rug acquired by the owner from the Tehran Bazaar prior to 1979. Features a striking tribal geometric design in rich earth tones with deep blue, rust, and ivory accents. The rug displays the character and craftsmanship associated with traditional Middle Eastern weaving and has developed an attractive aged patina over decades of use. 33” x 57”

Shows wear consistent with age, including areas of pile loss and fringe wear, which contribute to its authentic vintage appeal. Ideal for collectors, decorators, or those seeking a unique textile with history and provenance

Item Type: wool Persian rug (33” x 57”)
- Style/Origin: Oriental / Persian style
- Construction: Hand-knotted
- Primary Colors: Brown/Tan, Blue/Navy, Orange/Rust
- Pattern: Geometric, Allover/Field pattern
- Size (approx.): 33 x 57
- Condition: Vintage with visible wear/fading
- Condition notes: Fringe wear and some missing fringe, animal hair on carpet

Dimensions:
33” x 57”
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Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian tribal wool Area Rug (33 x 57), aquired in Tehran pre-1979

Hand-knotted Persian tribal wool rug measuring approximately 35” x 37”, purchased by the original owner in Tehran’s Grand Bazaar prior to the 1979 Iranian Revolution. Features a striking geometric design with traditional tribal motifs in ivory, indigo, rose, and camel tones, framed by intricate borders and finished with long fringe on both ends.

Its compact size makes it ideal as an accent rug, chair-side rug, wall hanging, table covering, or decorative textile display. The rug exhibits authentic age and character, including wear and fringe loss consistent with decades of use.

A genuine vintage piece with a wonderful provenance, acquired firsthand in Tehran before 1979.

- Area rug, wool
This rug was bought personally at the Tehran Bazaar market before 1979. 
- Persian / Middle Eastern origin
- Geometric, tribal pattern
- Primary colors: beige/tan, brown, black
- Approx. size: (35” x 37&#34;) 6”fringe 
- Condition: good — light wear/fading; needs cleaning

Dimensions:
35 x 37
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Persian Wool Geometric Tribal Area Rug 35 x 37&#34;, acquired in Tehran pre-1979

Vintage hand-knotted Persian tribal wool rug measuring approximately 36” x 74”. Acquired by the owner in Tehran, Iran, prior to 1979. Features a striking geometric medallion design with traditional tribal motifs in warm rose, camel, ivory, and deep indigo tones, framed by intricate patterned borders.

This longer runner-sized rug showcases the craftsmanship and character of traditional Persian tribal weaving. A decorative piece well suited to a hallway, entryway, study, or collected interior.

Displays age-related wear consistent with decades of use, adding to its authentic vintage appeal. Please review all photographs carefully for condition details.

- Style/Origin:  hand-knotted traditional
- Material: Wool Persian rug 
- Primary colors: Red/burgundy, blue/navy, tan/brown, ivory/cream
- Pattern: Geometric, allover/repeat
- Condition: Good vintage condition with overall wear and fading; fair in areas with noticeable wear or fringe/edge damage, animal hair

Dimensions:
36 x 37
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Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian Wool Rug (36&#34; x 74&#34;)

Vintage hand-knotted Turkmen Bokhara wool rug measuring approximately 48” x 69”, acquired by the owner in Tehran, Iran, prior to 1979. Features the classic repeating gul motif in rich shades of red, burgundy, ivory, and navy, framed by multiple geometric borders.

A traditional tribal weaving with authentic age, character, and provenance. The rug displays visible wear, including areas of pile loss, edge wear, and fringe wear consistent with decades of use. Despite its  condition, it remains a decorative and collectible vintage textile with strong visual appeal.

- Style/pattern: Bokhara / Turkmen (repeating gul medallions)
- Primary colors: Red, Blue/Navy, Cream/Ivory
- Material: Wool pile with cotton foundation
- Construction: Hand-knotted
- Pile height: Low pile
- Condition: Used with wear and fading, minor nicks/small spots, fringe damage/worn ends

Dimensions:
48 x 69”
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Vintage Hand-Knotted Turkmen Bokhara Wool Rug (48” x 69”) – Acquired in Tehran market

Vintage hand-knotted Afghan/Baluch wool rug measuring approximately 21” x 30”. Acquired by the owner in Tehran, Iran, prior to 1979. Features a traditional tribal design in rich red and deep navy tones with geometric floral motifs and multiple decorative borders. Finished with fringe at both ends.

Its compact size makes it ideal as a hearth rug, table covering, wall hanging, chair accent, or decorative textile display. A charming vintage piece with authentic age, character, and travel provenance.

Shows wear consistent with age and use. Please review all photographs carefully for condition details.

Type: small wool Area rug 
- Material: Wool Persian rug 
- Size (approx.): 21” x 30”
- Color: Red and Navy/Blue
- Style / Origin: Afghan / Bokhara style
- Features: Fringed ends
- Condition: Used - visible ware (21” x 30”) 
Dimensions:
21 x 30
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Wool Afghan Rug (21&#34; x 30&#34;) Red/Navy

Two vintage hand-knotted tribal wool mats acquired by the owner in Tehran, Iran, prior to 1979. Featuring traditional geometric motifs and earthy natural dyes characteristic of nomadic weaving traditions from the Afghanistan/Persia region.

The larger mat displays stylized bird motifs and architectural elements, while the smaller mat features repeating geometric designs. Both exhibit age, wear, and character consistent with decades of use and storage. 

A decorative pair suitable for display, collecting, textile study, or incorporation into a bohemian or global-inspired interior.

- Two area/accent rugs
- Geometric / Tribal pattern
- Primary colors: brown/tan, beige/cream, blue, red/rust
- Material: wool pile with cotton foundation (best guess)
- Likely origin: Afghan / Central Asian
- Condition: good vintage condition with wear/faded areas and fringe wear/fraying
1) 18 x 23” 
2) 17 x 21” 
Dimensions:
18 x 23
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Pair of Vintage Hand-Knotted Tribal Mats – Acquired in Tehran Pre-1979

Vintage tribal flatwoven runner measuring approximately 24” x 69”, acquired by the owner in Tehran, Iran, prior to 1979. Features striking geometric motifs in burgundy, ivory, black, and brown tones with repeating tribal patterns throughout.

The long, narrow format makes it well suited for a hallway, entryway, wall display, or layered textile décor. Handwoven construction and traditional tribal design reflect the craftsmanship of nomadic weaving traditions.

Displays age-related wear consistent with use and storage.  Please review all photographs carefully for condition details.

Runner rug
- Style / Pattern: Geometric / Tribal
- Primary Colors: Red / Burgundy, Brown, Cream / Ivory
- Material: Wool
- Approximate Size: 24 x 69
- Origin / Weave Type: Handwoven / Kilim style

Dimensions:
24 x 69
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Vintage Tribal Kilim Runner (24&#34; x 69&#34;)-Tehran Bazaar Acquisition Pre- 1979

Handwoven Turkmen tribal textile featuring traditional geometric gul motifs in rich reds, black, and ivory. Measuring approximately 15” x 35” (with additional 10” with fringe), this piece was personally acquired by the original owner in the Tehran Bazaar prior to 1979. Likely a chuval (storage bag face) or related nomadic weaving, displaying the bold geometric designs associated with Turkmen tribal textiles. A striking decorative piece for collectors of tribal rugs, folk art, and ethnographic textiles. Age-related wear and fringe wear consistent with use and age

- Handwoven wool wall hanging
- 35 x 15” (10” fringe ) 
- Primary colors: red, black, yellow/gold
- Geometric and tribal/nomadic motifs
- Condition: vintage/used with loose fringe, surface wear, thread loss 
Dimensions:
35 x 15
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Handwoven Turkmen Tribal Chuval (Bag Face) Textile, Tehran Bazaar Provenance

Handwoven Baluch tribal rug measuring approximately 45” x 72”. Featuring traditional geometric motifs in warm camel, rust, navy, and ivory tones. Personally purchased by the original owner in the Tehran Bazaar prior to 1979 and retained in the family collection.

This authentic tribal rug displays the rich colors and geometric designs associated with Baluch weavings from the Iran–Afghanistan region. Condition reflects age and use, including four visible holes/areas of pile loss, edge wear, and fringe wear (see photos). Despite these condition issues, the rug retains strong decorative appeal and collectible character, could also be repurposed into pillows or other projects

A desirable piece for collectors of tribal rugs, Persian textiles, and global folk art.

Condition: Four holes/pile-loss areas present, along with age-related wear. Sold as found.  

- Afghan / Turkoman origin
- Wool construction
- Primary colors: Rust/Orange, Blue/Navy, Cream/Ivory
- Geometric medallion pattern
- Hand-knotted / handmade
- Condition: Vintage / used; Fair - visible wear/repairs; Poor - three holes / major damage, hair 
Dimensions:
45 x 72
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Handwoven Baluch Tribal Rug, 45” x 72”, Tehran Bazaar Purchase Pre-1979 with some damage

Original Brazilian folk art painting by Hebe Reinprecht, titled São Francisco na Floresta (“Saint Francis in the Forest”), signed and dated 1980. (9.5&#34;x13&#34;) Acquired by the owner during travelto in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

This vibrant composition depicts Saint Francis surrounded by lush tropical foliage, flowers, birds, and wildlife, rendered in striking turquoise, green, pink, and earth tones against a dark background. The reverse bears the handwritten title, artist information, and date.

A colorful and highly decorative example of Brazilian folk art, celebrating nature, spirituality, and Brazil’s rich artistic traditions. An appealing work for collectors of folk art, Latin American art, and distinctive decorative paintings.

- Original painting
- oil on canvas
- Stretched canvas (no frame)
- Portrait orientation
- Signed by artist 
- Figurative (person) with botanical/floral elements
- Appears dated 1980s (&#39;80&#39;)
- Condition: Good - minor surface wear
9.5 x 13”
Dimensions:
9.5 x 13
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Hebe Reinprecht Original Brazilian Folk Art Painting, “São Francisco na Floresta” (1980), 

Original signed Evandro Norbim folk art painting, dated 1979, personally purchased by the owner at a market in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This vibrant folk-art composition depicts “ lavandeiras” three laundry women rendered in Norbim’s distinctive primitive style with bold outlines and rich, colorful detail. (10.5 x 13.5”)
 
Signed and dated on both the front and reverse (“Norbim Rio-79”). A charming and authentic example of Brazilian folk art acquired directly in Brazil by the original owner.

A colorful, conversation-starting piece that brings warmth, character, and international flair to any collection or interior.

Item type: Painting
- oil on canvas
- Subject/Theme: three women working Folk / Naive art
- Signature/Date: Signed and dated (visible)
- Framing/Mount: Unframed stretched canvas
- Primary colors: Red, Blue, Yellow/Orange, Green, Black/White/Neutral


Dimensions:
10.5 x 13.5
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Original Signed Norbim ’79 Brazilian Folk Art “lavandeiras”(laundry women) painting 

Colorful original painting by Brazilian artist Evandro Norbim, signed and dated 1979. Personally purchased by the owner in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Depicts a vibrant tropical townscape with palm trees, figures, and brightly painted homes in a charming folk-art style. A cheerful and eye-catching piece with wonderful decorative appeal.

Approx. 5.5” x 8.5”
Signed lower left. Original canvas

Painting signed NORBIM (Brasil) 79
- Acrylic on canvas
- Folk/Naive village scene with houses, people and palm trees
- Stretched canvas on wooden stretcher (unframed)
- Size approx. 5.5 x 8.5 in
- Origin dated on back: Brazil, marked &#39;BRASIL 79&#39;
- Good — minor edge wear and light surface wear
Dimensions:
5.5 x 8.5
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Original Signed Evandro NORBIM Brasil 79 Folk Art Townscape Painting, 5.5 x 8.5

Original signed Evandro Norbim painting, dated 1979, depicting Pelourinho, the historic district of Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Personally purchased by the owner at a market in Rio de Janeiro and retaining the artist’s original studio label on the reverse.

Executed in Norbim’s distinctive primitive folk-art style, this colorful scene features winding cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, and vibrant Brazilian charm. Signed and dated front and verso.

Approx. 10.75” x 14”.

A wonderful opportunity to acquire an authentic piece of Brazilian folk art with documented provenance and direct purchase history from Brazil.

Artist: Norbim
- Date: 1979
- Origin/School: Brazilian
- Style/Subject: Naive/Primitive; Landscape/Cityscape
- Condition: Good — light edge/wear
11 x 14”
Dimensions:
11 x 14
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Original Signed Evandro Norbim ’79 Brazilian Folk Art Painting – Pelourinho, Salvador

Gerardo de Sousa (Brazilian, b. 1950) “Paisagem” (Landscape), Rio 1980. Original signed Brazilian folk art painting depicting a colorful rural landscape with village homes, figures, birds, fruit trees, and rolling hills rendered in the artist’s distinctive naïve style.

Signed and dated by the artist lower right and titled lower left. Acquired in Brazil market and retained in the same family. Rich in color and storytelling, this charming composition exemplifies the vibrant character of Brazilian folk art and makes an appealing addition to collections of Latin American art, naïve art, and decorative painting.

Painting: &#34;Paisagem&#34;, inscribed on front
- Artist / Signature: De Sousa (signed)
- Date / Year: 1980 (inscribed)
- Medium: oil on canvas
- Orientation / Shape: Landscape (horizontal)
- Framing: Unframed 
- Condition: Good — visible edge wear on right lower corner 
15”x 18”
Dimensions:
15” x 18”
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Gerardo de Sousa Signed Brazilian Folk Art Painting “Paisagem” (Landscape) 1980 

Vintage (Possibly antique) Indian hand-carved wooden textile printing block featuring an intricate floral and paisley pattern. Traditionally used to hand-print fabrics, this piece displays detailed craftsmanship and beautiful character from years of use. Measures approximately 5” x 6”.

An eye-catching example of traditional Indian textile art, perfect for display, collecting, or adding a touch of global charm to a bookshelf, gallery wall, or tabletop vignette. Authentic wear consistent with age and use, wall hanger attached to display this beautiful piece. 

Item: Wooden textile printing block
- Material: Wood
- Design/Pattern: Floral and paisley/teardrop motifs
- Color: Dark brown/black natural aged wood with red pigment present
- Origin: India 
- Condition: Vintage/used; surface wear and chips; not tested for function
- Includes: Wall hanger attached
5 x 6”
Dimensions:
5 x 6
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Vintage Hand-Carved Indian Textile Printing Block – 5” x 6”

Vintage (possibly antique) Tibetan wooden printing block (5.5” x 7) that is used to print prayer flags specifically depicting the “wind horse”
(Lungta). 

Wood wall plaque in Tibetan style
- Features inscribed text/script and animal (wind horse )
- Dark stained / blackened finish
- Wall hanger attached for mounting
- Good condition with visible surface wear 
5.5” x 7”
Dimensions:
5.5 x 7”
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Vintage Tibetan wooden printing block: hand carved wind horse  

Vintage (possibly antique) hand carved wood textile printing block.  It features intricate floral and geometric patterns designed for stamping fabric or wall paper (3.5 x 5”) has handle to hold block and includes a hanger to display the printing block on your wall. 
Wood textile floral printing block with handle. 
- Black / dark stained finish
- Floral / geometric carved pattern
- Used; shows some wear 
- Triangle hanger attached for hanging
3.5 x 5” 
Dimensions:
3.5 x 5”
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Vintage Wood Textile Printing Block with Floral Geometric Carving (3.5 x 5”)

Antique German Westerwald salt glazed stoneware pickling pot/ crock with cobalt blue decoration (6.5 x 5.5)
Gorgeous antique crock to display or hold kitchen utensils

 Category: Stoneware crock / jar
- Material: Salt-glazed stoneware
- Decoration: Cobalt blue slip decoration, underglaze painted
- Color: Gray body with blue decoration
- Handles: Two small lug handles
- Markings: Partial numerical capacity or maker&#39;s mark 21
Condition: Good vintage condition with indent  in rim ( as shown in picture) which doesn&#39;t take away its charm
6.5 x 5.5”

Dimensions:
6.5 x 5.5
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Salt-Glazed German Westerwald Stoneware 2 Quart Crock with  gorgoeus Cobalt Blue Decoration

Antique German Westerwald salt glazed stoneware pickling pot/ crock with cobalt blue decoration (5.5 x 6)
On-trend but not trendy gorgeous antique crock to display or hold kitchen utensils
- Gray exterior body with beige interior
- Medium size (5.5” x 6”)
- Two lug handles
- Origin estimated 19th–early 20th century
- Condition: wear consistent with age (surface staining, glaze wear);   
5.5 x 6”
Dimensions:
5.5 x 6”
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Antique Salt Glazed German Westerwald Stoneware Crock, Cobalt Blue Decoration



Original oil folk art painting by Brazilian naïve artist Magda Mittarakis (b. 1958). Signed “Magda 80” and depicting three hummingbirds amid vibrant tropical flowers and foliage. This painting was bought at the Rio art market by its owner.  Executed in the artist’s characteristic colorful Brazilian folk-art which utilizes a  pointillism technique .  A charming and collectible example of late 20th-century Latin American naïve art. 8”x 14”

- Oil on canvas/panel, style: folk art/pointillism 
- Subject: hummingbirds and floral/botanical theme
- Colors: green, purple, yellow/gold, red
- Signed: Magda (signed &#39;80)
- Gallery-wrapped canvas or painted panel; no external frame
- Condition: Good — light wear to edges
8” x 14”

Dimensions:
8 x 14
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Original Magda Mittarakis Folk Art Painting – Tropical Hummingbirds, Signed &#38; Dated 1980 

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Hand-knotted wool Persian area rug with tribal geometric pattern in brown, rust, navy and ivory, approx 33 in x 57 in, pre-1979 Tehran purchase, visible wear, pile loss and fringe wear

hand-knotted wool Persian rug 33" x 57"

Full view of entire rug showing overall design and condition

Closer full-frame shot centering main field pattern and color tones

Corner close-up illustrating weave, border motif, wear and fringe

Geometric field and border motifs, earth-tone palette with deep blue accents, short worn fringes, aged surface highlighting hand-knotted texture

Lot #5: Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian tribal wool Area Rug (33 x 57), aquired in Tehran pre-1979

Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sun, June 28 2026 Category A: 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM

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Lot #5: Vintage Hand-Knotted Persian tribal wool Area Rug (33 x 57), aquired in Tehran pre-1979

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