- 1210
An Indo-Kirman carpet circa 1920
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- wool, cotton
- approximately 24 ft. 9 in. by 16 ft. 3 in. 7.54 m by 4.95 m
the deep olive field with an overall directional shrub design, within a flowering vine burnt ivory border.
Condition
Pile generally good 1/5 inch overall, very minor scattered foldwear spots and moth damage low to knotheads and spot foundation, largest is 1-1/2 inch in lower right corner of field.
Furniture marks where pile is depressed as well as surface dirt so the carpet will enhance with cleaning.
Original selvages with minor losses.
Ends with original 1/6-1/4 inch flatweave then knotted fringes---fringes with small areas fraying and missing.
Flexible handle, lustrous wool, 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.