A KAZAK RUG, WEST CAUCASUS
A KAZAK RUG, WEST CAUCASUS
mid 19th century
approximately 175 by 160cm; 5ft. 9in., 5ft. 3in.
Condition Report:
Lovely proportions and joyful colour. Pile good to fair, varies from 2-4mm with some knot bars beginning to appear in lower left and upper right of field and in upper border. Browns oxidised Cobbled repiar in centre of upper border (additional photographs available). Outermost end guards with restorations, flatweave later; now secured with cotton tape. Nice weave and good age.
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.
Provenance:
Christies London, 8 April 2014, lot 67
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A KAZAK RUG, WEST CAUCASUS
mid 19th century
approximately 175 by 160cm; 5ft. 9in., 5ft. 3in.
Condition Report:
Lovely proportions and joyful colour. Pile good to fair, varies from 2-4mm with some knot bars beginning to appear in lower left and upper right of field and in upper border. Browns oxidised Cobbled repiar in centre of upper border (additional photographs available). Outermost end guards with restorations, flatweave later; now secured with cotton tape. Nice weave and good age.
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.
Provenance:
Christies London, 8 April 2014, lot 67
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