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Three Ninghsia mats, West China
Estimate
1,200 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- approximately 2ft. 1in. by 2ft.; 2ft. 6in. by 2ft. 8in. and 2ft. 6in. by 2ft. 8in. (0.64 by 0.61m.; 0.76 by 0.81m. and 0.76 by 0.81m.) (3)
Condition
Dragon mat: good near original 1/4 inch pile overall, original selvages intact, minor scattered spot stains, lustrous wool, flexible handle, good overall condition.
Floral mat: pile uneven with areas worn low to knotheads and foundation, edges with better, near original 1/4 inch pile; sides and ends intact; sound fabric and condition.
Smallest mat; pile generally 1/5 inch with scattered areas low to knotheads and spot foundation, some repiling to field--now visible as slightly rosier than field color; reselvaged; supple handle, 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.