Lot 33
  • 33

A Spanish carpet fragment

Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Wool, pile
  • approximately 250 by 63cm; 8ft. 3in.,2ft. 1in.

Literature

Bennett, I., 'The Alexander Collection: Part II A carpet is a Picture of God', Hali, April/May 1994, issue 74, p. 89, fig. 7.

Alexander, C., A Foreshadowing of 21st Century Art The Color and Geometry of Very Early Turkish Carpets, New York, 1993, pp. 114 - 119, ill. pp. 31 (detail), 115 & 340.

Condition

Overall measurements; 61cm across the top, 62cm across the bottom, 63cm at widest point, 250cm the left hand side, 244cm the right hand side. Pile varies from 1mm pile down to foundation. First hand inspection is advised. For further images please contact the department on +44(0)207 293 6441 or email harry.grenfell@sothebys.com
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