A silk Tabriz rug, Northwest Persia

Overall measurements: 124cm across the top, 127cm across the bottom, 179cm along left side, 178cm along right side A generally even 2mm pile overall with some wear to knotheads in areas, for example to the copper coloured ground of main field in top left corner and in a horizontal strip in the lower section of the main field to the copper coloured ground underneath the medallion. There are some other spot areas of wear including areas within the border for example top left corner, and along the lower border. There are some losses to both end guards and vestiges of silk knotted fringing at top end but fringing mainly distressed at bottom end. Overlocked at both ends, losses to top right corner, as visible in the photograph. Re-overcast sidecords. There are bands of abrash particularly visible as pale blue within the borders. Attractive colouring. 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.