A KUBA LONG RUG, EAST CAUCASUS

A KUBA LONG RUG, EAST CAUCASUS

circa 1880

approximately 180 by 97cm; 5ft. 11in., 3ft. 2in.

Condition Report:
fair condition, pile generally 2mm with differential oxidisation, and yellowish brown/taupe more obviously oxidised. Side cords reboud. Outermost plain pale blue guard trimmed at lower end. Upper end with outermost tip of right hand corner repaired. Ends secured and all four sides with stitched cotton tape. charming little animals and coffee pots.

"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."

Provenance:
Rippon Boswell, Wiesbaden, 29 November 2014, lot 126