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A Tekke embroidered asmalyk, West Turkestan
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 2ft. 3in. by 4ft. 9in. (0.69 by 1.45m.)
Condition
All wool embroidery. Mostly intact with minor abrasions to embroidery. A ground with numerous slits at the peak. A long repaired slit, approx. 10in., in left center. Several repaired holes; 4 crocheted, others more cobbled. A 6in. slit in left border. Scattered stains and discolorations to ground. Applied braided madder wool upper finish with applied madded and indigo tassels and applied madder flatwoven band with twisted fringes to sides and lower end. Will enhance with cleaning and restoration. Unusal caravan motif in design.
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.