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A Caucasian "dragon" carpet
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- wool, cotton
- approximately 18ft. by 7ft. 8in. (5.49 by 2.34m.)
Provenance
Robert Gill
Condition
Pile generally low to knot heads throughout. A few scattered reweaves thoughout with the largest being approximately 12 inches x 6in. in upper end of field. Scattered repiling throughout as visible in catalogue illustration. Oxidized dark browns. Some with spot foundation. A few small repaired holes. Scattered foldware. Sides resalvaged and now losses and abrasions to later overcasting. Both end outerguard border and parts of borders rewoven. Upper right corner with a 17in x 13 in. reweave into borders and very small area of field. Scattered spot stains and surface dirt. Upper end with velcrow strip sewn on reverse for hanging. Supple handle, generally in tact. Sound fabric and 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.
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.