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A Kuba rug, Northeast Caucasus
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 5ft. 9in. by 3ft. 6in. (1.75 by 1.07m.)
Condition
Pile generally good, near original, 1/8th of an inch in colors with dark browns oxidized to knotheads.
Scattered repiling to dark browns.
Scattered minor moth damage with some repiling in borders.
Some foldwear areas low to knotheads
Original 3-cord blue cotton selvages with losses and fraying.
Original macrame fringe end finishes with some losses and staining.
A .5x.5" bite out of lower right corner.
Supple handle, sound fabric. Good, honest 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.