A Bidjar carpet, North Persia,

reovercast sides; lower end guardstripe rewoven, upper end left hand side extreme corners rewoven; 15 by 10cm patch in lower border barely visible from face of carpet; pile generally fair with some patchy wear through central portion with one cobbled repair, some spot tinting, some over dyeing, reweave approximately 8 by 5cm, scattered small reweaves; carpet is slightly splayed, and is roughly 5inches wider at upper end than lower end, sound useable condition. Colour Notes: Illustration looks a little flat. Carpet is more sparkly with greater definition more attractive than illustration suggests.
"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.
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