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A Bidjar small carpet, North Persia,
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- A Bidjar small carpet
- wool
- approximately 7ft. 4in. by 4ft. 10in. (2.23 by 1.47m.)
Condition
Wool warp.
Pile generally good, dense 1/8 inch with scattered areas of moth damage; small scattered rewoven areas--very well executed and difficult to detect; vertical lines of foldwear tension low to knotheads; repaired inverted L-shaped 15" x 12" slit in lower third of field; a 1/2" x 3/4" reweave along left side; 1/3rd of right ivory guard border rewoven.
Overcast sides. Ends with original 1/4 inch flatweave and knotted fringes---fringes now slightly uneven, mostly trimmed to 1/4 inch. Fabric backing.
Unusually fine weave for a Bidjar rug; dense weave, 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.