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A Tabriz carpet, Northwest Persia
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- approximately 17ft. 11in. by 12ft. 4in. (5.46 by 3.76m.)
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, December 14, 2001, lot 161
Condition
Pile is generally very closely sheared to 1/10 of an inch with scattered areas of wear and foldwear low to knotheads, not serious. One 10 inch by 6 inch reweave at one end with three smaller reweaves at same end. Two and half foot area of abrash at one end of carpet where reds become light rust-colored. Original two cord cotton selvages, some reselvaging and fraying and reattaching; recommend securing. Remnants of original knotted fringes at both ends with minor losses into ivory outer guard stripe, also recommend stabilizing. Supple handle, fine dense weave, very classic carpet.
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.