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Two Daghestan prayer rugs, Northeast Caucasus
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 2ft. 6in. by 2ft. (0.76 by 0.61m.) and 3ft. 2in. by 2ft. 9in. (0.97 by 0.84m.) (2)
Condition
Ivory field one: Pile generally good, 1/8in, closely shorn. A 3in. by 2in. reweave in top of arch, a 2in. by 2in. reweave in lower end of field with attendant 2in. by 1/4in. repaired slit. Some scattered foldwear low to knot heads and spot foundation; some now repiled. Scattered spot stains. Oringinal two-cord ivory selvages with some later selvage. ends with remnants of flatwoven finishes; now secured with binding stitch. Flexible handle, sound fabric.
Red field one: Pile low to knothead overall. Small scattered areas of foldwear showing spot foundaiton. Remnants of original two-cord wool selvages with minor losses and some overcasting. Ends with rewoven end guard stripes. Scattered spot stains, flexible handle, sound fabric and condition.
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.