A Karachopf Kazak rug, South Caucasus, circa 1890. Estimate £9,000 – £12,000 ($13,347 - $17,796). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2015

Localised light wear, corroded dark brown, scattered repiling, a few small repairs, selvages partially rebound, overall good condition - 7ft.6in. x 5ft.11in. (227cm. x 180cm.)

Christie's. ORIENTAL RUGS AND CARPETS, 21 April 2015, London, King Street