A Karabagh gallery carpet, South Caucasus,

Pile ranges from approximately 1/10in. to low to knot heads. Scattered foldwear and oxidized dark browns and burgundies. Some scattered repiling to various other colors, mostly to camels. Spot foundation visible in some foldwear and oxidized areas. One approximately 2in. by 2in. reweave in upper end guard border. Another approximately 2in. reweave in left side guard stripe. One approximately 1in. by 1/2in. reweave in upper section of field. Further smaller scattered reweaves. Missing side outer guard stripes. One approximately 2in. nick out of left side guard stripe, now crudely reselvaged. Loss to selvage on right side, with fraying to guard stripe, recommend securing. Both sides reselvaged. Missing lower end guard stripe and part of guard border, recommend securing. Rewoven upper and partial guard stripe, recommend securing. Supple handle. Good overall condition. Will enhance with some 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.
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