A Kurdish rug, Azerbaijan

Overall measurements: 119cm across the top, 121cm across the bottom, 194cm along left side, 191cm along right side Lustrous wool. Dense 3mm pile, with some wear down to knotheads in areas such as centre of large palmettes in main field, as visible in the photograph. These palmettes also have spot areas down to foundation, also visible in image. There is some oxidisation to dark brown especially to border design, and small spot areas lacking foundation for example lower right corner and centre right border. There is also some oxidastion to brown in motifs within main field and border and small re-weaves, such as mauve colour in centre of palmettes to centre of vertical axis. Some small scattered repairs, including repair centre left border approx. 3cm wide old split. Losses at both ends to end guards, now with teased foundation fringe. Neither end overlocked but both with herring bone tape attached to reverse. Both sides with re-overcast side cords. Very pretty rug with lovely colour. EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE USA. Due to recent changes in the U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin can no longer be imported into the U.S. Please check with the sale administrator if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE USA. Due to recent changes in the U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin can no longer be imported into the U.S.

Please check with the sale administrator if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.