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A silk Kashan souf rug, Central Persia
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Silk
- approximately 212 by 132cm; 6ft. 9in., 4ft. 3in.
Condition
Overall measurements; 132cm across the top, 131cm across the bottom, 212cm the left hand side, 212cm the right hand side.
PIle near original closely, clipped evenly sheared approximately 2mm. Unusual bi-coloured flatwoven ground. Multi-coloured silk warps, red on side borders blue through field. Some minor losses to warp fringing at lower end. Upper end with flatweave turned and stitched down, some extant fringing, some loose threads, no losses to pile, red corded hanging loops.
Overall in very smart condition, ready to hang or use.
"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."