Kuba runner -Caucasian, blue field with column of diamond medallions, ivory main border with double diamond and hour-glass motifs, 285 x 122cm, sold.
Patched in centre; curiously the width of this runner was increased during the very early stages of construction (after completion of first out border - see top left).
James E McDougall MRICS a is qualified valuer and antique dealer. He often meets clients in Edinburgh and Newcastle-upon-Tyne, showing them oriental rugs, runners and carpets from this site.