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Two Kirsehir prayer rugs, Central Anatolia
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 5ft. 6in. by 3ft. 4in. (1.70 by 1.14m.) and 5ft. 7in. by 3ft. 9in. (1.68 by 1.02m.) (2)
Condition
5'6" x 3'4": pile ranges from 1/8 inch in few areas to 1/10 inch to areas of foldwear and oxidation low to knotheads and spot foundation; small restitched hole in lower left corner of field.
Sides with original 2 cord wool selvages.
Ends with minor losses (not more than 1 row of knots), now secured with binding stitch.
Flexible handle, sound fabric and condition.
5'7" x 3'9": pile ranges from 1/8 inch to low to knotheads in areas of foldwear and oxidized browns, some with repiling; further scattered repiling---not extensive.
Sides with original 2 cord wool selvages.
Ends secured with blanket stitch; burlap band sewn to all four sides on reverse.
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.