Explore auction prices for antique Karagashli rugs and gain insights into their market value. The selected auction results include details on size, age, estimates, sold prices, condition, auctioneer, and auction dates.
Karagashli rugs, originating from the Karagashli village in the Kuba region of the Northeast Caucasus, are renowned for their designs and color palettes. Most examples on this page date back to the 19th century, reflecting the area’s weaving traditions.
Several auction houses have facilitated the sale of these antique Karagashli rugs, ensuring their provenance and authenticity. Auctioneers on this page include Sotheby’s and Grogan & Company.
This page offers a resource for those interested in the market prices of antique Karagashli rugs.
Grogan & Company ‘The Kaffel Collection’ 21 January 2024. Lot 91. Karagashli Rug, Kuba District, Northeast Caucasus, Mid 19th Century, 4 ft. 8 in. x 3 ft. 1 in. Condition: re-woven end borders. Estimate: $4,000 – $8,000. Sold $5,760.Grogan & Company ‘Fine Rugs and Textiles’ 29 January 2023. Lot 34. Rare Karagashli Rug, Caucasus, Mid 19th Century, 9 ft. 6 in. x 3 ft. 4 in. Provenance: E. Heinrich Kirchheim. Condition: Restorations. Estimate $20,000 – $30,000. Sold $23,750Grogan & Company ‘The Fine Rugs and Carpets Auction’ 12 June 2022. Lot 4. Karagashli Rug, Caucasus, Ca. 1875, 5 ft. 8 in. x 3 ft. 11 in. Provenance The Collection of the late Peter H. Tillou, Litchfield, Connecticut. Estimate $5,000 – $7,000. Sold: $5,850Sothebys Arts A Passion for Collecting: The Rugs and Carpets of a Connoisseur 27 November 2019. Lot 128. A SHIRVAN KARAGASHLI RUG, EAST CAUCASUS, circa 1870, approximately 150 by 94cm; 4ft. 11in., 3ft. 1in. Condition Report: Orientation as in photograph in catalogue. Pile very good overall, even 3mm. Original flatweave at both ends and partial original macrame ends as visible in image; side cords original, with herringbone tape stitched to reverse on all four sides for protection. Very minor even oxidisation to the very dark brown, for example to the highlight edges to the motifs. Slight oxidisation to the reds in the second harshang palmette. Overall in fantastic condition and a very good example. Estimate 12,000 – 18,000 GBP. Lot Sold 13,750 GBP
