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Lot 4
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MÄRTA MÅÅS-FJETTERSTRÖM | ‘Nyponblomman’ Rug

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • ‘Nyponblomman’ Rug
  • woven with producer's mark AB MMF
  • hand-woven wool on a wool warp
  • 400 x 296.7 cm (157  1/2  x 116  3/4  in.)
  • designed 1932, executed 1949

Condition

Overall in very good condition. The surfaces with minor wear and evidence of use. The bottom left corner with a few broken weaves to an area measuring approximately 3x2 cm and is not visually disruptive. A few of the tassels knots along the bottom edge have been rewoven to an area measuring approximately 2.5 x 4 cm and are stable and not visually disruptive. An iconic model in a large size that presents very well overall.
"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

Sotheby's would like to thank Martin Chard from Märta Måås-Fjetterström AB for his assistance with the cataloguing of the present lot, which is registered in the Märta Måås-Fjetterström archives under number 4940.