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A Bijar rug, Northwest Persia
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Wool, pile
- approximately 267 by 138cm; 8ft. 9in., 4ft. 6in.
possibly intended as a 'Wagireh' (sample) to illustrate the border design
Condition
Overall measurements: 138cm across the top, 136cm across the bottom, 261cm along left side, 267cm along right side
Lustrous wool. Even 5mm pile overall, with some minor losses and loose weave in the areas of cream, showing the madder coloured warps. Flatweave with soumakh at both ends (with soumakh more distressed condition at lower end, and original side cords.
Very minor oxidisation and two small repairs. Striking drawing and colours. Ready to use.
"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."