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A Kazak rug, Southwest Caucasus
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Wool pile
- approximately 168 by 137cm; 5ft. 6in., 4ft. 6in.
dated 1251 in Arabic numerals (1835-1836 AD) and 1837 in Roman numerals
Provenance
Gift to the present owner's Great-Grandfather-in-law
Thence by descent to the present owners
Thence by descent to the present owners
Condition
Overall measurements; 134cm across the top, 133cm across the bottom, (137cm across the middle); 168cm along left side, 167cm along right side.
Pile generally 4mm in depth, very good overall glossy wool with good colour. Some slight differential oxidisation between all colours, most noticeable in the browns. Lower outermost barber pole guard border and flatwoven end re-woven. Some nicks and minor repairs to sidecords. Small repaired hole in centre right hand guard, right hand edge with tape and hanging rings. Overall in exceptional condition for age.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."