Lot 17
  • 17

A Tabriz carpet, Northwest Persia

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • wool
  • approximately 19ft. 10in. by 11ft. 11in. (6.05 by 3.63m.)

Provenance

The Doris Leslie Blau Collection, Sotheby's New York, October 1, 2002, lot 173

Condition

Pile ranges from 1/10th to low to knotheads in areas of scattered foldwear. Scattered minor moth damage. Very minor 1cm x 1/2cm reweave in lower right spandrel. Minor scattered spot stains and scattered furniture marks. Chemically washed to soften color palette. Sides reselvaged. Ends secured with a chain stitch, now secured with cloth on the reverse. Flexible handle, good overall 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.