Lot 216
  • 216

A Fereghan small carpet, North Persia

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • approximately 9ft. 1in. by 6ft. 9in. (2.77 by 2.06m.)

Condition

Pile is generally low to knotheads throughout with slightly higher approximately 1/10 of an inch pile in areas in border. Scattered foldwear. Approximately 1 inch repaired foldwear slit into left guard border. Scattered repiled areas of Kashmir repiling throughout. Warm ivory pile in border completely repiled. Some very minor scattered rewoven spots, with the largest being approximately 1 inch by 3/4 of an inch in lower right section of field. Partially rewoven end borders. Ends secured with chain stitch. Overcast sides, supple handle, very attractive color palette and graceful design. Extensively restored, ready for use.
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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