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A Tekke torba, West Turkestan
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 1ft. 7in. by 3ft. 11in. (0.48 by 1.19m.) and 1ft. 6in. by 3ft. (0.46 by 0.91m.) (2)
together with a Yomud torba, West Turkestan, circa 1890
Condition
Tekke: Pile generally good, near original 1/10in. with scattered areas of foldwear low to knotheads and spot foundation. A 3in. by 3/4in. reweave in upper left corner. Two 1.5in by 1in. reweaves in lower end. Scattered spot stains and discolorations. A smaller reweave in upper right corner. Sides with remnants of original red wool selvages; now with laer overcasting. Original kilim ends folded under and sewn. Now sewn to fabric backing.
Yomud: Complete with its natural wool flatwoven back. Small hole to kilim back. Pile approx. 1/10in. with center of rug low to knotheads. With some scattered moth tracks and pin holes. Upper striped kilim end folded under and sewn. Sides original and partially sewn to kilim backs. In good overall 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.