- 4100
A Ninghsia small carpet, West China
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- wool, cotton
- approximately 10ft. 4in. by 5ft. 2in. (3.15 by 1.57m.)
Provenance
Christie’s New York, December 17, 2003, lot 156.
Vojtech Blau, New York
Vojtech Blau, New York
Condition
Pile generally good, near original 1/6 inch overall, with buff field oxidized slightly lower--1/8th inch and minor scattered areas low to knotheads at upper end of field.
Original selvages with small nicks and fraying, most on right edge.
Lower end with original flatwoven finish; upper end with partial dark blue end border, now secured with binding stitch.
Flexible handle, lustrous wool, 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.