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C.F.A. Voysey
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- C.F.A. Voysey
- A Donegal "Donnemara" Carpet
- wool
Provenance
Sotheby's London, February 27, 2003, lot 14
Corporate Collection, New York
Sotheby's New York, December 15, 2006, lot 420
Literature
Malcom Haslam, Arts & Crafts Carpets, London, 1991, p. 123, pl. 78 (for a similar example in the "Donnemara" design)
Condition
Pile ranges from approximately 1/6 of an inch matted down to low to knotheads in scattered areas of field. One small dime-sized hole in upper left corner of field, not visible on face. Scattered spot stains and surface dirt- recommend light cleaning. SIdes original with some losses to left side. Ends with remnants of original flatwoven finish and some losses to uppper end, now partially secured with patch sewn on reverse- recommend securing. Flexible handle, good overall condition, will enhance with clight leaning and minor restoration.
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.