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A 'Transylvanian' prayer rug, West Anatolia
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- approximately 6ft. 1in. by 4ft. 2in. (1.85 by 1.27m.)
Provenance
Valentine Everit Macy
Property of a Lady, sold Christie's New York, 30 April 1985, lot 32
Condition
Pile is low to knotheads throughout. Rewoven guard borders and also approximately 1/2 of field, area under mihrab arch. Oxidized dark browns. Scattered repiling throughout as visible in catalogue illustration. Old restoration now distinguishable by faded color. Supple handle, sound 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.