- 998
Ivan Da Silva Bruhns, 1881-1980
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Carpet
- signed da Silva Bruhns at one end and monogrammed SB at opposite end in the weave
- wool pile with linen backing
- 344 by 265cm., 11ft 3 1/2 in. by 8ft 8 1/2 in.
- Executed circa 1931.
Literature
Susan Day, Art Deco and Modernist Carpets, London, 2002, p.128 for a closely comparable carpet woven for the for the palace of the Maharaja of Indore
Condition
Blue is a little more turquoise than in the catalogue illustration.
A few splits over the entire surface. A fold line to the center. Some traces of restoration to the dark blue above the signature and another in the upper right corner. Light staining, general dirtiness and general wear over the entire surface, notably along the edges. Backed with linen and stitched support around the perimeter. Pile slightly flat.
Carpet would benefit from a clean.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."