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A Qashqa'i carpet, Southwest Persia
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- approximately 10ft. 11in. by 5ft. 8in. (3.33 by 1.73m.)
Condition
Pile ranges from approximately 1/10th of an inch to low to knotheads with a few scattered areas of pile high up to 1/8th of an inch. Scattered foldwear. Small 1 inch by 1 inch reweave into left side guard border. Small repaired hole in about center of field. Scattered spot stains. Upper end with original flatwoven finish, now secured with mixed technique finish. Lower end secured with blanket stitch. Sides with some minor overcasting, fraying and abrasions. Supple handle, lustrous wool, 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.