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A Mudjar prayer rug, Central Anatolia,
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- A Mudjar prayer rug
- approximately 5ft. 10in. by 4ft. 1in. (1.78 by 1.24m.)
Condition
Pile is good, generally closely sheared 1/8 of an inch with dark browns oxidized to knotheads and spot foundation. Scattered foldwear also low to knotheads, most visible in open field with minor old repiling. A 3 inch by 1 inch reweave in lower right corner. 6 inches of lower end guard stripe rewoven. Original two-cord faded madder selvages with losses and some later overcasting. Ends missing half of lower guard border and upper dark brown guard stripe and a quarter of the upper guard border. Very supple handle, good overall condition, fresh sea greens and soft aubergines.
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.