Lot 58
  • 58

A Kuba rug, Northeast Caucasus

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • wool on wool
  • approximately 5ft. by 3ft. 5in. (1.52 by 1.04m.)

Condition

Pile ranges from 1/10 to low to knotheads. Oxidized dark browns and scattered foldwear, some oxidized areas showing scattered spot foundation. A thin 6 inch vertical reweave in right border and a 1 inch by 3 inch reweave in to lower end with oxidized dark browns repiled nearby. Some further scattered repiling to dark browns. Sides with abrasions, some fraying and very small reweave/restitching in left side guard stripes. Both ends secured with chain stitch, lower end also lacking 2 rows of knots. Supple handle, fine weave, will enhance with cleaning.
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.