Lot 299
  • 299

Diego Giacometti

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • Diego Giacometti
  • "La Rencontre" Carpet
  • with bolduc embroidered DIEGO GIACOMETTI
  • wool
from an edition of 100

Condition

Overall good condition. Machine-woven. Pile good, very dense, approximately 1/10in. overall. Bound on all four sides, lower end with approximately 4in. of cloth backing folded under and glued, now loose at the corners. Reverse with stains and marks, not visible on face. Scattered light surface dirt. Sound fabric and good condition. An iconic carpet by Giacometti.
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.

Catalogue Note


This lot is being sold with a copy of a certificate of authenticity by Diego Giacometti.