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A Charles X Savonnerie carpet, France
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 14ft. by 10ft. 5in. (4.27 by 3.17m.)
circa 1830
woven horizontally
woven horizontally
Provenance
Dildarian, Inc., New York, 1987
Condition
Reinserted fireplace area.
Pile ranges from good 1/8" with areas of wear, scattered throughout lot to knotheads.
Scattered small reweaves and repairs, most visible in field. Reinserted border about 1'x3'.
Small scattered goles, discoloration and fading in field.
Scattered spot stains.
Overcast on all 4 sides.
Flexible handle. Will enhance with cleaning and some restoration.
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.