Lot 99
  • 99

A Panderma 'art silk' prayer rug, West Anatolia

Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description

  • mercerised cotton, pile
  • approximately 195 by 136cm; 6ft. 5in., 4ft. 6in.

Condition

Overall measurements: 136cm across the top, 134cm across the bottom, 195cm the left side, 195cm the right side. Pile 3mm in areas including foliage and floral details, otherwise generally 2mm and lower and down to knotbars in some areas especially areas of cream pile, i.e. bottom left corner and also in pictorial vignettes in top left and right corners. Woven in opposite direction of orientation. Oxidisation in areas.Original flatweave knotted fringe lower edge, fringing overlocked and backed with hessian support and hoops for hanging across top edge.
"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."