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Lot 384
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A Bidjar Carpet, Northwest Persia

Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description

  • wool pile
  • Approximately 608 by 394cm; 19ft. 11in., 12ft. 11in.

Condition

Generally even 5/6mm pile overall. Trimmed cotton fringe, overlocked and with cream and red running stitch overlocking, along the top edge. Some brown flat weave along top edge. The lower edge, lacking fringe, with narrow triple band of overlocking, in terracotta, blue and terracotta, running stitch. Top edge with some losses to blue pile in small areas, for example a dem-lune section down to foundation in centre of far edge. Small hole just in from centre of top edge. With red overcast sides. In overall good condition. EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE USA. Due to recent changes in the U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin can no longer be imported into the U.S. Please check with the sale administrator if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE USA.

Due to recent changes in the U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin can no longer be imported into the U.S. 

Please check with the sale administrator if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.