A KUBA LONG RUG, EAST CAUCASUS
A KUBA LONG RUG, EAST CAUCASUS
mid 19th century
approximately 333 by 102cm; 10ft. 11in., 3ft. 4in.
Condition Report:
Pile generally fair. approx 1mm varying to knot bars, with some oxidisation to walnut brown. Small soumakhed repair about 3 x 1cm about 1/3 up from bottom on left hand side in field, barely noticeable from the front and another about 2 x 1 cm in upper end inner guard. Outer barber pole (and possibly a plain yellow guard bands removed, sides reovercast, ends with teased out warp fringing, not overlocked. Some small restoration in lower end. Ends should be secured, otherwise sound and ready to use, attractive all-over tile pattern.
"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."
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A KUBA LONG RUG, EAST CAUCASUS
mid 19th century
approximately 333 by 102cm; 10ft. 11in., 3ft. 4in.
Condition Report:
Pile generally fair. approx 1mm varying to knot bars, with some oxidisation to walnut brown. Small soumakhed repair about 3 x 1cm about 1/3 up from bottom on left hand side in field, barely noticeable from the front and another about 2 x 1 cm in upper end inner guard. Outer barber pole (and possibly a plain yellow guard bands removed, sides reovercast, ends with teased out warp fringing, not overlocked. Some small restoration in lower end. Ends should be secured, otherwise sound and ready to use, attractive all-over tile pattern.
"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."