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A Qum silk and metal-thread pictorial small carpet, North Persia,
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- A Qum silk and metal-thread pictorial small carpet
- approximately 9ft. 10in. by 6ft. 4in. (3.00 by 1.93m.)
Condition
Good, thick nearly 1/5 inch silk pile overall with metal thread areas flatwoven creating a tactile relief effect in the tent and figures near it; minor abrasions to metal thread.
Original 1 inch striped kilim ends and tied fringes.
Original selvages with minor fraying, sides with plastic strips sewn on reverse to prevent from curling under due to density of weave.
Scattered spot stains to kilim ends.
Dense weave, very good overall condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.