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A Hereke silk carpet, Northwest Anatolia
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- silk pile, cotton and wool
- approximately 312 by 207cm; 10ft. 3in., 6ft. 9in.
with inscription within two small cartouches in centre of lower border,
Condition
Measurements: Width across the top 204cm, width across the bottom 207cm, length up the left side 312cm, length up the right side 311cm.
Pile even overall, closely sheared, approximately 1mm in depth. flastwoven endfinishes and fringes in good condition, original side cords. very faint colour run from the rose pinks in the lower half of the field. Overall very good condition. Might benefit from a specialist clean (taking account of the loose pink dye).
"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."