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A Lavar Kirman carpet, Southeast Persia
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- wool, cotton
- approximately 19ft. by 17ft. 3in. (5.79 by 5.26m.)
Provenance
The Collection of Louise C. Morgan, Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, May 29-June 1, 1974, lot 1170
Condition
Pile ranges from 1/8 in. to low to knot heads and scattered spot foundation due to foldwear and surfacewear throughout, most extensive in lower right corner. Lower left corner with a 1ft. by 1ft. dark stain as visible in catalogue illustration. Ends with later fringes glued onto outer guard stripe, both ends with some glue residue along the outer guard stripe on the reverse. Sides with sewn on binding on both sides. It is possible that the carpet is incomplete on all four sides and possibly missing another set of guard borders. Very attractive overall design, supple handle, 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.