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A Chodor rug, North Turkestan together with a Tekke rug, West Turkestan
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- approximately 5ft. 2in. by 3ft. 10in. (1.57 by 1.17m.) and 4ft. by 3ft. 2in. (1.22 by 0.97m.) (2)
Condition
Chodor: Pile is generally low to knotheads throughout. Sides original with some later overcasting. Ends complete with original kilim finishes with both ends having approximately 2 inch by 1 inch rewoven area. Flexible handle, good overall condition.
Tekke: Pile is approximately 1/10th of an inch throughout. Some scattered minor foldwear. Small repaired hole in lower end. A few minor holes into upper end. Missing left side outer guard stripe. Left border with a few small slits/holes. Left side overcast. Right side overcast with some losses. Lower end with small nicks, remnants of original flatwoven finish now secured with binding stitch. Upper end with remnants of original flatwoven finish also secured with binding stitch. Supple handle, lustrous wool.
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.