- 8
A SHIRVAN RUNNER, EAST CAUCASUS |
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- approximately 289 by 116cm; 9ft. 6in., 3ft. 10in.
- circa 1860
Provenance
Acquired in 1975 as part of Baron Thyssen's mother's inheritance
Literature
Spuhler, F., The Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection, London, 1998, pl. 42, pp.164-165
Condition
Overall measurements: 110cm across the top, 116cm across the bottom, 289cm the left hand side, 280cm the right hand side. Pile closely sheared 1-2mm with some areas down to knotbars, oxidised browns. Very fine weave. A great range of colours. Outermost crenelated guardstripes partially rebuilt at both ends. With some restorations in the sideguards and a couple of re-weaves in the field, including one in the middle of the upper border measuring 16 by 11cm approximately, another projecting into the left hand border approximately 23 by 3cm, These are very well executed andprobably of some age. Runner would benefit from a professional clean, otherwise ready to use or display.
"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."