A FARAGHAN CARPET, NORTHWEST PERSIA |

Overall measurements: 336cm across the top, 332cm across the bottom, 424cm the left hand side, 430cm the right hand side. Pile generally good, approximately 4mm in depth overall; scattered moth damage visible, for example in the upper left of the field and the upper right of the border. THE MOTH APPEARS TO BE AN ACTIVE INFESTATION. We would strongly recommend the carpet is heat treated for moth and then professionally cleaned before use. Heat treatment can be undertaken by a company such as Thermo Lignum (www.thermolignum.com). Each end is with trimmed cotton fringing and with cotton tape stitched to the reverse to stabilise. Side cords in good condition, and are probably original. There are two areas of discolouration, visible as yellowish patches in the lower border in the image online and in the detail of the reverse. These might improve slightly with cleaning. Overall the carpet is in good condition for its age and reasonably estimated. Clients based in the US are kindly requested to note the important information below: EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE U.S.A Please note that there may be restrictions on importing certain types of property of Persian/Iranian origin into the United States. Clients should enquire with the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regarding the proper importation of items subject to such restrictions. Due to recent changes in U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin may no longer be imported into the U.S. Please contact Sotheby's if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.
"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."

EMBARGO ON IMPORTATION OF PERSIAN/IRANIAN WORKS OF ART TO THE U.S.A Please note that there may be restrictions on importing certain types of property of Persian/Iranian origin into the United States. Clients should enquire with the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regarding the proper importation of items subject to such restrictions. Due to recent changes in U.S. law, carpets and rugs of Iranian/Persian origin may no longer be imported into the U.S. Please contact Sotheby's if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these or any other restrictions or if you need assistance with such enquiries.