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A ChiChi rug, Northeast Caucasus
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 5ft. 9in. by 3ft. 11in. (1.75 by 1.19m.)
Provenance
Carpets from the Estate of Vojtech Blau, Sotheby's New York, 14 December 2006, lot 38
Condition
Pile: generally good closely sheared 1/8 inch with dark browns oxidized to knotheads and foundation, most pronounced in border. Some very small foldwear spots also low to knotheads. A 1-1/2 by 1/2 inch reweave along left edge of rug.
Sides: later loosely overcast in ivory wool, with area along right side detached--recommend securing.
Ends: remnants of original flatweave and trimmed warp fringes, few nicks into outer guard stripes and bites out of corners---recommend securing.
Supple handle, good 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.