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An Agra carpet, North India
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- wool pile
- approximately 359 by 297cm; 11ft. 9in., 9ft. 9in.
woven horizontally
Condition
Overall measurements: 293cm across the top, 297cm across the bottom, 359cm the left hand side, 353cm the right hand side.
Pile variable from approximately 5mm down to areas of oxidisation in the crimson with spot foundation visible. One area of oxidisation and wear to inner guardstripe on the right hand side of carpet which would probably benefit from some attention. Some minor scattered areas of re-piling. Would benefit from a professional clean and re-binding of edges. (All four sides currently rather heavily re-overcast.) NB woven widthways.
"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."