Lot 57
  • 57

A Ghoum silk carpet

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description

  • with a central medallion and foliates on an ivory background
  • whool, silk
  • 420 cm x 300 cm; 165 1/3  x 118 in

Provenance

Delavenne and Lafarge, Paris, 5 October 1991, lot 26

Condition

The illustration of the catalogue is accurate despite beint a little bit too dark. Good overall condition. The colours are well saturated and it is an extremely attractive palette with ivory, acqua blue and ruby-red fields. There are some minute stains due to age and use. Overall this modern carpet is in very good condition with a highly decorative design and colour palette.
"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."