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A Melas prayer rug, Southwest Anatolia
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 5ft. 2in. by 3ft. 9in. (1.57 by 1.14m.)
Condition
Pile ranges from 1/10th of an inch to low to knotheads, scattered foldwear and some scattered minor repiling. Small approximate 1 x 1 inch reweave to upper left corner. Ends with remnants of original flat woven finish, sides reselvaged.
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.
Catalogue Note
Similar Melas prayer rugs with such wonderful soft color palette include one formerly in the Collection of Vojtech Blau, sold Sotheby's New York 14 December 2006, lot 82 and another sold Sotheby's New York 6 June 2007, lot 9. The most noticeable similarities these rugs share with the lot offered here are the flowering lattice motif in the field, the palmette-and-vine design above the arch and the small hanging amulets under the inner guard border at the top of the rugs. In all three rugs the dominant colors are madder, yellow and ivory, which are here enriched with a number of secondary hues, including fresh greens and aubergines.