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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.
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"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."
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.
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.