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A Kuba runner, Northeast Caucasus
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wool
- approximately 13ft. by 3ft. 11in. (3.96 by 4.24m.)
Condition
Pile ranges from 1/8" to low to knotheads with minor spot foundation in areas of scattered foldwear. Partially oxidized dark browns, low to knotheads and foundation.
Remnants of original blue cotton selvages with later overcasting.
Some cashmere repiling to outer dark brown guard border.
Original blue kilim ends and macrame fringes with several slits into lower end guard border.
Supple handle, sound fabric, in good condition. Good, saturated color.
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.