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A Caucasian verneh horse cover
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 5ft. by 4ft. (1.52 by 1.22m.)
Provenance
W. Russell Pickering Collection
Exhibited
The Textile Museum, Washington, D.C., From the Bosporus to Samarkand: Flat-Woven Rugs, May 25 - September 27, 1969, no. 28
Literature
Anthony N. Landreau and W. R. Pickering, From the Bosporus to Samarkand: Flat-Woven Rugs, Washington, D.C.; The Textile Museum, 1969, no. 28, p. 44
Condition
Some minor restitched areas, not extensive. Some oxidation to dark browns. Some minor losses to stitching and abrasions, not extensive. Flat-woven finish in central opening with approximately 1 1/2 inch loss. Lower end with multi-colored wrapped tassels; upper end with cloth band and hanging rings on reverse.
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.