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A Chinese carpet
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 9ft. by 5ft. 7in. (2.74 by 1.70m.)
Provenance
The Estate of Wanda Toscanini Horowitz, Sotheby's New York, April 7, 1999, lot 6
Condition
Pile generally good, near original 1/6in. Minor scattered foldwear and oxidized areas; mostly in lower left corner. A 2in. by 2.5in. repiled area and smaller repiled areas in same corner. 0.25in reweave into right side. Both sides later overcast. Ends with cloth tape sewn on reverse. Minor reweave in lower left corner. Lustrous wool, supple handle, good condition, will enhance with cleaning.
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.