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A 'Chelaberd' Kazak rug, Southwest Caucasus
Estimate
4,500 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- wool, pile
- approximately 202 by 134cm; 6ft. 8in., 4ft. 5in.
Provenance
Property from the Estate of Lee Howard Beshar, Sotheby's New York, September 13, 1995, lot 66
Condition
Overall measurements; 134cm across the top, 134cm across the bottom, 202cm the left hand side, 202cm the right hand side.
Pile very thick 1cm. Very good condition overall. Original end finishes with some minor amateur repairs to end finishes at corners. Repaired split, approx 20cm in length in lower left hand corner of field, not visible from face of rug due to thickness of pile. Some losses to side cord wrapping. A good example of type. Would probably benefit from a clean otherwise ready to 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."