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A Sewan Kazak rug, Southwest Caucasus,
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- A Sewan Kazak rug
- approximately 8ft. 5in. by 5ft. 7in. (2.57 by 1.70m.)
Condition
Pile ranges from 1/10 of an inch to low to knotheads and spot foundation. Oxidized dark browns. Scattered areas of moth damage, most at lower end, most with exposed spot foundation. Scattered repiling to oxidized browns. Further repiling to other colors. A few small vertical foldwears into lower end guard border. Remnants of original lower end finish. Rewoven upper end flatwoven finish and part of guard stripe. Some color runs on reverse. Sides reselvages in two-cord red wool selvaging. Supple handle, sound fabric and 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.