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A Beshir rug, South Turkestan
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 4ft. 1in. by 3ft. 1in. (1.24 by 0.94m.)
Exhibited
The Ersari and their Weavings, Christmas Exhibition of the International Hajji Baba Society, The Cosmos Club, Washington, D.C., 1975, no. 24
Literature
H. McCoy Jones and Jeff W. Boucher, The Ersari and their Weavings, Washington, D.C.: The International Hajji Baba Society, 1975, no. 24
Condition
Pile ranges from 1/8 inch to low to knotheads and minor spot foundation in scattered areas of foldwear; repiled foldwear in upper border (approx. 4 x 1/2 inch).
Sides with original brown wool selvages with some later overcasting.
Ends with original red and blue striped kilim finishes; lower end finish with reweave along left side; both ends with minor losses at ends and fraying.
Hanging rings sewn to reverse of upper end.
Flexible handle, sound fabric, 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.