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A Ghiordes prayer rug, West Anatolia,
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- A Ghiordes prayer rug
- approximately 5ft. 11in. by 3ft. 11in. (1.80 by 1.19m.)
Condition
Pile low to knothead overall. Oxidized browns with most repiled in lighter brown wool. Scattered foldwear. Some rewoven areas, most visible in field, with the largest reweaves being approximately 1in. by 1in. and 4in. by 0.3in. in lower section of field. One, approximately 5in., repaired vertical slit in center of upper section of field. Scattered repiling, most to field. Sides reselvaged with minor breaks, rewoven end guard borders, now secured with binding stitch. Supple handle, sound fabric.
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.