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A Suzani embroidery, Uzbekistan
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- silk, linen
- approximately 7ft. 6in. by 5ft. 1in. (2.29 by 1.55m.)
Provenance
Collection of Mrs. James Parmelee of Washington, DC until 1933
Condition
Comprised of 5 panels sewn together. Ground yellows.
Previously mounted, now on clean cotton backing.
Very small, old repaired hole in lower left corner in border. Repaired hole.
Very few minor scattered repaired holes and some unrepaired holes, not extensive.
Scattered minor losses to embroidery to silk, not extensive. Scattered spot stains, mostly to ground.
Left side very small losses.
Ends very slightly fraying.
Very good overall condition, unusual directional 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.