- 1165
A Chinese carpet
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 15ft. 4in. by 12ft. (4.67 by 3.65m.)
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, January 29, 1990, lot 608
Condition
Pile generally good, near original 1/6 inch overall, some clipped outlines, three areas of vertical foldwear in top quadrant with pile low to knotheads and foundation, some repiling and a 15 x 1 inch reweave.
Original selvages with some fraying.
Ends secured with binding stitch and cloth tape sewn to reverse of each end.
Lustrous wool, supple handle, good overall 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.