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A 'Mohtashem' Kashan carpet, Central Persia,
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- A 'Mohtashem' Kashan carpet
- approximately 15ft. 2in. by 10ft. 11in. (4.62 by 3.33m.)
Condition
Lighter, warmer color in reality with more distinguished light green. Near original dense 1/8in. pile with scattered areas of foldwear and wear low to knot heads. Most visible foldwear and wear left side and lower end of medallion and lower border. Few areas of depressed pile from furniture marks - will enhance with cleaning. Upper acorn of medallion with dime size area of moth damage. Scattered spot stains. Some overtinted rosy red as it was customary in the 1920s. Losses to outer guard stripe, remnants of cabled end finishes - recommend securing. Remanants of original purple silk selvages - recommend securing. Robust weave, highly lustrous wool, will enhance with cleaning and careful restoration.
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.