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A Sarouk Faraghan Silk Rug, West Persia
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- approximately 203 by 129cm., 6ft. 8in. by 4ft. 3in.
Inscribed in Persian in nasta'liq script, Isma'il, reading as:
farmayesh-e isma'il va aba "[On] the order of Ismai'il and [his] father" or as farmayesh-e isma'il vaba "[On] the order of Isma'il Vaba"
farmayesh-e isma'il va aba "[On] the order of Ismai'il and [his] father" or as farmayesh-e isma'il vaba "[On] the order of Isma'il Vaba"
Condition
Pile overall in good condition, approximately 1-2mm in length overall with some oxidisation to knotheads in mauve and taupe in palmettes across the centre. Backed with two strips of modern tape at each end. Overlocked fringe at both ends. Fringe at upper end missing in sections, mainly on the right side . In restored and cleaned condition. Original side cords in magenta silk. Damage and repair in the lower edge to centre into outer guard stripe and visible hand repair (triangle shape: 8cm. long x 5cm. wide; and another repaired split - angled 6cm. long). Some minor spot stains, barely noticeable in lower border. . Unusual assymetric design and very pretty pale colouring, recently cleaned.
"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."
"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."