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A Ghiordes prayer rug, West Anatolia, circa 19th century
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- textile
- 165 x 120 cm
mounted to reverse with eight suspension loops
Provenance
Ex-Collection Octave Borelli Bey (1849-1911)
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Condition
With a band on reverse to hold the eight loops for hanging, one section made with fragments from other carpets (visible slightly above the upper edge of the carpet), overall the carpet is worn with old tears, each restored and with associated consolidation, use and rubbing cause small losses to sections, the external edges with tears and losses and associated consolidation. As viewed.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
A Ghiordes prayer rug of similar colour arrangement and design was sold at Sotheby's, New York, Carpets from the Barbara Zidell Sedlin Family Collection, 3 March 2009, lot 10.