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A Shirvan Prayer rug, East Caucasus
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wool, cotton
- approximately 5ft. 3in. by 3ft. 8in. (1.60 by 1.12m.)
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, 15 April 1998, lot 85
Condition
Pile generally good, closely sheared, 1/8 of an inch overall with some browns low to knot heads and some minor scattered foldwear low to knot heads. Original flatwoven end finishes and twisted ivory and brown warp finsihes in tact with small nicks to flat weave. Original white cotton single cord selvages with small losses to both lower ends. left end freying recommend securing. Flexible handle. Lustrous wool, very good overall condition. Surface dirt, will enhance with cleaning.
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.