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An Agra carpet, Northwest India
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- approximately 13ft. 2in by 11ft. 7in. (4.01 by 3.53m.)
Condition
Pile approximately 1/10th of an inch closely sheered throughout. Approximately 4 feet of left side guard border partially rewoven, mostly visible on reverse. Scattered kashmir repiling and some tinting. In repilied areas, pile is low to knotheads. Scattered color runs as customary with Indian carpets. Color runs have been mostly removed from border which has later been treated with a white powdery substance to cover up remnants of blue color runs. Ends secured with blanket stitch and missing outer end guard stripes. Sides overcast. Flexible handle, crisp design, brilliant color palette and good overall 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.