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Chenille-Shirred Wool 'Flowering Urn' Hearth Rug, New England, Circa 1835
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- shirred wool
- 33 1/4 by 66 in.
wool on linen
Provenance
Jan Whitlock Textiles and Interiors, Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania.
Literature
Jamar, T. (2004) A Few Loops of Hooked Rug History. Retrieved from http://antiquequiltdating.com;
Jan Whitlock, "American Sewn Rugs," Early American Life, February 2013, p. 10.
Jan Whitlock, "American Sewn Rugs," Early American Life, February 2013, p. 10.
Condition
Wool on linen, sewn to backing. Some dryness in brown "wriggled" fabric. Flattened fabric and loss left side and right side of bowl.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.