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Ingrid Hellman-Knafve
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ingrid Hellman-Knafve
- Unique 'Vinga' Rug
- stitched initials I.H.K.
- woven half-pile wool
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age and gentle use. Minor brown stain to the corner of one of the decorations situated in the left side proper to the center of the rug.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Born in 1901 in Sweden, Ingrid Hellman-Knafve attended the workshops of Maria Nordenfeldt until 1933. Setting up her own studio in her hometown of Kinna, she continued to produce woven carpets, mostly specializing in floss mats. She would later collaborate with on larger interior design projects in Gothenburg with architect Otto Schultz. Her breakthrough came whilst attending the 1944 Svenskt Tenn exhibition in Stockholm.