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A Saryk main carpet, Southwest Turkestan
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- wool, cotton
- approximately 8ft. 2in. by 7ft. 5in. (2.49m. by 2.26m.)
Condition
Pile ranges from near original 1/8 of an inch with areas of foldwear low to knot heads. Minor spot foundation showing due to old moth damage. Scattered repiles of moth damage, most visible in all the guls in the 4th row from the bottom. a 1 x 1 1/2 in. reweave in field with smaller scattered reweaves again due to old moth damage. Sides missing outer guard stripes. Now overcast in blue wool. Upper end missing outer guard stipe, lower end with losses into major border. Both ends secured with a binding stitch. Supple handle. Lustrous wool . Good saturated color. Respectable condition for age.
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.