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A Ninghsia gallery carpet, West China
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- wool, cotton
- approximately 15ft. 4in. by 5ft. 8in. (4.67 by 1.73m.)
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, 15 December 1994, lot 339
Condition
Pile very good, near original 1/6in. overall. Minor scattered moth damage. Light browns partially oxidized. Clipped outlines. Minor foldwear low to knotheads. Original two-cord ivory cotton selvages. Minor fraying to selvages. Upper end with blue cotton band sewn over the end. Lower with original 1/4 in. flatweave and warp fringes. Flexible handle, lustrous wool, 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.