A Karadja carpet, Northwest Persia

Pile generally low to knotheads throughout. Scattered repiling and some reweves, mostly in field. Largest repiled area is approximately 15 inches by 15 inches in lower left ivory spandrel. Further smaller repiled areas to other colors. Some small rewoven areas. Border and field abrashed, mostly visible in matter red and dark blue sections. Abash particularly strong in areas of lower sixth of carpet. Scattered foldwear. Scattered spot stains. Surface dirt; recommend cleaning. Missing side guard stripes, now reselveged with minor losses and breaks. Missing end guard stripes and parts of guard borer, now secured with blanket stitch. Some small repaired slits into end guard borders. Sound fabric and 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.