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Two Suzani embroideries, Uzbekistan
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- cotton, linen, silk
- approximately 5ft. 1in. by 2ft. 11in. and 5ft. 6in. by 3ft. 7in. (1.55 by 0.89 and 1.68 by 1.09m.) (2)
Condition
The larger with applied contemporaneous blue-green fringes on all four sides. Embroidery in excellent condition overall. Small areas of dark browns oxidized showing pen sketchmarks and ground. Cotton ground with minor spot stains. Small abrasions in the lower areas at the three panel joints. A printed linen backing and silk banding sewn on reverse.
The smaller with some losses and surface abrasions to embroidery. Small scattered stains to white cotton ground. Holes at each of the four corners; approximately 1in. by 0.25in. each. With plain linen backing and striped silk backing on reverse, now with stains and abrasions, losses.
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.