Lot 357
  • 357

A Kashan 'Mohtashem' small carpet, Central Persia

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • wool pile
  • approximately 333 by 235cm; 10ft. 11in., 7ft. 8in.

Condition

Measurements 231m wide across the top, 235cm. across the bottom, 329cm long left side, 333cm long right side Generally even 2mm pile overall. There is a band across the width, level with the lower point of the main medallion that has areas down to the knot-bars, and the terracotta coloured point of the internal central medallion is worn down to knot-bars.Small black spot to right of corner of medallion. Minor fold line and wear to centre of top end. Re-overcast sides. Reduced fringes both ends. Overlocked and with some loose blue wefts along lower right end. Wear to knot-bars in tips of top left and top right corner of outer narrow end guard. Specialist Comment: Versatile size. Lovely drawing and details to the composition and particularly charming border design. EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE USA. Due to recent changes in the U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin can no longer be imported into the U.S. Please check with the sale administrator if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.
"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."

Catalogue Note

EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE USA.
Due to recent changes in the U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin can no longer be imported into the U.S.

Please check with the sale administrator if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.