- 691
A Gendje rug, Central Caucasus
Estimate
2,500 - 4,500 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wool
- approximately 8ft. 3in. by 4ft. 5in. (2.51 by 1.35m.)
Provenance
Warp & Weft, New York
Condition
Pile generally good near original approx 1/6th in. with areas of oxidized brown and scatted areas of foldwear low to knot heads. All four corners rewoven with the upper corners with larger triangular reweave. Right side with an approx. 20in. area of outer guard stripe rewoven. Sides partially selvaged and later overcast. Approx. half of the upper outer guard stripes rewoven. Both ends with some original end finishes. Reweaves generally well executed. Supple handle, good lustrous wool. Restored and ready for use.
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.