- 672
A Ninghsia carpet, West China
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- West China
- Wool
- approximately 12ft. by 7ft. 2in. (3.65 by 2.18m.)
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, October 20, 1984, lot 239
Acquired at the above sale by A. Alfred Taubman
Acquired at the above sale by A. Alfred Taubman
Condition
Pile in colors generally near original 1/8th in. with brown areas oxidized to knot heads and foundation. A 14 in. square rewoven area in upper third carpet, extremely well executed, mostly detected on reserve, one end is more visible on front. Scattered spot stains and surface dirts. Selvages now fraying. Incomplete on ends. Very flexible handle, sound fabric, will enhance with cleaning. Generally good condition
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.