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A KARABAGH FRAGMENTARY TRANSITIONAL 'BLOSSOM' CARPET, SOUTH CAUCASUS |
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- approximately 308 by 151cm; 10ft. 1in., 4ft. 11in.
- 18th century
Provenance
Christie's New York, December 17, 1996, lot 212
Condition
Overall measurements: 151cm across the top, 149cm across the bottom, 303cm the left hand side, 308cm the right hand side. Overall condition fair. Lower border re-woven. Continuing regularly into lower field. Carpet possibly reduced in length. Extensive re-piling and re-weaving, especially in central medallion. Scattered faded areas of re-piling throughout. Bold and dramatic drawing. An interesting survivor and estimate is a reflection of condition.
"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
For discussion and examples of pieces from the transitional floral and floral group, see Yetkin (1978), Vols I & II, pp. 41-22, & pp. 44-74, plates 24-55. For a similar carpet fragment, late 18th century (390 by 195cm): Türk ve Islâm Eserleri Museum (TIEM), Istanbul (Inv. no. 881 -1-3: Evkaf depot), see Vol.I., pl.37 (also cover illustration). Yetkin (1978): Şerare Yetkin, Early Caucasian Carpets in Turkey, Vol. I & II, Oguz Press Ltd, London, 1978, Vol. II, Chp. 2, The Transition from the Dragon to the Floral Carpets, pp.41-22, & Chp. 3., Floral Carpets, pp. 44-74, together with Vol. I, plates 24-55.