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A Mahal carpet, Central Persia
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- approximately 13ft. 9in. by 10ft. 4in. (4.19 by 3.15m.)
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, December 8, 1990, lot 265.
Condition
Pile ranges from 1/10th of an inch to low to knotheads. Scattered foldwear and partially oxidized greens. A few scattered visible warp ties. Lower end border with a few scattered small reweaves and scattered moth damage. Sides with some later overcasting, minor losses and fraying. Ends with remnants of original fringes. Supple handle, elegant oversized palmettes and swirling design.
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.