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A Khotan carpet, East Turkestan
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wool
- approximately 13ft. by 6ft. 2in. (3.96 by 1.88m.)
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, December 16, 2009, lot 58
Condition
Pile uneven as visible in catalogue illustration, ranging from areas generally in border near original 1/8th of an inch pile with areas of foldwear and wear low to foundation. Repiled moth damage along right edge of carpet. Some areas of foundation with faded tinting. A 18 inch repaired foldwear slit on left lower side and a 15 inch repaired foldwear slit on the left center side. Remnants of original selvages with losses and fraying and later overcasting. Discolorations and abrash to field with the red at the upper end fading into fuchsine. Ends with original ivory 1/2 inch kilim with some nicks and fraying. Very flexible handle, sound fabric, handsome design.
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.