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An very fine Isphahan carpet, Central Persia
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- Wool, pile
- approximately 415 by 310cm; 13ft. 7in., 10ft. 2in.
Knot density: V: 11/cm; H: 10/cm
Condition
Overall measurements: 308cm top, 310cm bottom, 415m left hand side, 413cm right hand side
Very good condition overall. Dense, evenly sheared 2mm pile overall, with some areas of light wear to lower left hand quadrant of medallion and scattered elsewhere. With a 4cm by 1cm reweave in the upper centre of the field adjacent to the border,well executed, only visible on close inspection. Good flexible handle, fringes closely trimmed and ends overlocked. Original side cords.
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."
Catalogue Note
This fine Isphahan carpet, with approximately 110 knots per square centimetre, therefore has over 14,100,000 knots in total.