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A Northwest Persian gallery carpet
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 17ft. 8in. by 6ft. 9in. (5.38 by 2.06m.)
Condition
Pile ranges from good 1/6", particularly lower end borders. Low to knotheads at foundation with large areas of foundation showing near center.
Minor scattered repiling. Long repaired vertical slits on the inside edge of the field in the lower end of the carpet, 3/4 of the way to the top. Mostly likely so carpet will lie flat.
Missing outer side and end guard stripes. Reselvaged and secured with binding stitch and partially rewoven end guard borders.
Very flexible handle, could enhance with some careful repiling. Sound fabric and 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.