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A CHINESE CARPET
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 15 ft. by 10 ft. 1 in.: 4.57 by 3.07 m.
Condition
Pile ranges from 1/8th in. in center to low to knot heads in areas scattered throughout. Scattered foldwear throughout. Scattered moth damage along left side and in left corner. 2 in. hole in lower end border. Lower right corner with 7 in by 5 in. T shaped slit with losses. Right side border with a 3 in. by 2 in. hole. Some scattered old repiling. Lower end with an 11 in. repaired slit. Lower end open surround with tears and losses. Upper end secured with a binding stitch. Sides later overcast, now with breaks along right side. Reverse with some glue residue from duct tape on reverse. Scattered stains and surface dirt. Supple handle and good color.
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.