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A Bergama rug, West Anatolia
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 6ft. 4in. by 4ft. 8in. (1.93 by 1.42m.)
Provenance
Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Chapman
Condition
Pile generally low to knotheads overall with some 1/10 inch matted pile in borders; scattered reweaves (largest approximately 7 x 8 inch stepped reweave in upper medallion); scattered repiling throughout field; browns oxidized to knotheads and spot foundation.
Missing end guard stripes, approximately 2 x 1 inch reweave in upper end guard border.
Sides partially reselvaged with some original 8 cord wrapped in red wool, some of selvages coming detached from rug.
Attractive ivory border; 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.