- 105
A Khotan carpet, East Turkestan
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wool
- approximately 12ft. 7in. by 5ft. 11in. (3.84 by 1.80m.)
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, October 1, 1998, lot 159
Condition
Pile generally low to knotheads with scattered areas with foldwear showing spot foundation. Repiled foldwear areas; generally along edges and well executed. Rewoven end guard borders and partially rewoven and repiled side borders. Velcro strip sewn on reverse at upper end. Overcast sides. Flexible handle, emblematic archaic pattern, sound 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.