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A Bakshaish carpet, North Persia
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wool
- approximately 13ft. 8in. by 11ft. 1in. (4.17 by 3.38m.)
Provenance
Berdj M. Abadjian, Rugs As Art, Inc, New York
Condition
Pile generally low to knotheads throughout. Scattered foldwear and oxidized dark browns.
Scattered repiling to camels, blues, madder reds, scattered throughout. Well executed.
A small 1" tear/hole in the upper right section of field. Sides with original two cord wool selvages with some minor repairs in a few areas.
Left side with an approximate 30" repaired slit.
Lower end missing open surround and with partial outer guardborder, both ends secured with chain stitch.
Supple handle, good restored 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.