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Two Kaitag silk embroideries, Daghestan, East Caucasus
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- silk
- approximately 3ft. by 1ft. 9in. and 2ft. 11in. by 1ft. 8in. (0.91 by 0.53m. and 0.89 by 0.51m.) (2)
Condition
18th century piece: silk embroidered in long couched stitch, most embroidery intact with small losses mostly near center; 2 holes in field, largest 1-1/2 x 1-1/2 inch; bites out of two corners; remnants of original sides and ends; small scattered light spot stains; backed with ivory cotton lining.
19th century piece: silk embroidered in long couched stitch, embroidery intact with few areas where pencil/pen design showing thus never completed; small pinholes along edges; scattered spot stains; original sides intact; no backing.
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.