Ancient Gendge
Caucasus
Late 19th century.
Dimensions: 145 x 116 cm.
Wool velvet on wool foundation.
Beautiful polychromy.
Fairly good overall condition.
Navy blue field decorated with three medallions in the shape of guhls and elephant feet, geometrically stylized in polychrome and inlaid with X hooks and pyramids (symbol of immortality), surrounded by symbols representing the soil.
Triple border, the main one ivory with hooks.
Live Wednesday 21 May・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 214

Ancient Gendge Caucasus Late 19th century. Dimensions: 145 x 116 cm. Wool velvet on wool foundation. Beautiful polychromy. Fairly good overall condition. Navy blue field decorated with three medallions in the shape of guhls and elephant feet, geometrically stylized in polychrome and inlaid with X hooks and pyramids (symbol of immortality), surrounded by symbols representing the soil. Triple border, the main one ivory with hooks.

Result
€240
Buyer's premium
30%
Ancient Gendge Caucasus Late 19th century. Dimensions: 145 x 116 cm. Wool velvet on wool foundation. Beautiful polychromy. Fairly good overall condition. Navy blue field decorated with three medallions in the shape of guhls and elephant feet, geometrically stylized in polychrome and inlaid with X hooks and pyramids (symbol of immortality), surrounded by symbols representing the soil. Triple border, the main one ivory with hooks.
Sale Wednesday 21 May・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 1 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris