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A Heriz carpet, Northwest Persia
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- wool, cotton
- approximately 10ft. 9in. by 8ft. 3in. (3.28 by 2.51m.)
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, December 16, 2009, lot 176
Condition
Pile ranges 1/8in. with scattered moth damage low to knotheads and spot foundation. Some vertical foldwear at upper end showing warps. Missing end guard stripes and parts of guard borders. Upper end secured with binding stitch, lower end partially secured now with fraying, recommend stablizing. Sides reselvaged, intact with minor fraying on right edge. One end with losses to end finishes, now fraying, recommend securing. Robust weave, sound 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.