Lot 253
  • 253

A Daghestan Prayer rug, East Caucasus

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • approximately 150 by 129cm., 4ft. 11in. by 4ft. 3in.

Condition

pile overall very good, 2 to 3mm in depth; brown oxidised to beginning of knot bars; several small repaired splits through lower outer guard stripes, with a long repaired split, approximately 25cm, through border and up in along edge of inner yellow guard stripe; several small old repaired nicks in upper outer guard stripes; lustrous glossy wool with good colour; good honest old rug
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."