- 4103
A Ninghsia pillar carpet, West China
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wool, cotton
- approximately 17ft. 6in. by 4ft. 3in. (5.33 by 1.29m.)
Provenance
Chinese Private Collection
Condition
Pile ranges from near original 1/8" with areas of oxidation and foldwear, low to knotheads and foundation.
Much of oxidized buff field now repiled.
A large approximately 15" reweave upper end and a 4 to 2" horizontal reweave across the center of the rug.
Smaller scattered reweaves.
Original selvages intact with remnants of cloth binding.
Some fraying in areas not extensive.
Lower end also with remnants of cloth binding and original flatwoven ends and fringes.
Scattered spot stains, should enhance with cleaning.
Very flexible handle, lustrous wool, sound fabric and 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.