AN INSCRIBED AND DATED MASHAD CARPET, NORTHEAST PERSIA
AN INSCRIBED AND DATED MASHAD CARPET, NORTHEAST PERSIA
circa 1860
With an inscription in the outermost red surround, translated as ‘Mushiri [1]273 (1856-7)’
approximately 430 by 312cm; 14ft. 1in., 10ft. 3in.
Condition Report:
Pile generally good withsome areas of light wear to knot bars through centre of filed, not disturbing. A minute amount of old moth damage in the plain outer surround at top right hand corner. Small reweave in outer tip of top left hand corner in red surround. Partially reovercast side corners, ends with trimmed fringes. A pretty example of the genre with unusual amounts of white and yellow for the type. Clean, sound and 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."
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AN INSCRIBED AND DATED MASHAD CARPET, NORTHEAST PERSIA
circa 1860
With an inscription in the outermost red surround, translated as ‘Mushiri [1]273 (1856-7)’
approximately 430 by 312cm; 14ft. 1in., 10ft. 3in.
Condition Report:
Pile generally good withsome areas of light wear to knot bars through centre of filed, not disturbing. A minute amount of old moth damage in the plain outer surround at top right hand corner. Small reweave in outer tip of top left hand corner in red surround. Partially reovercast side corners, ends with trimmed fringes. A pretty example of the genre with unusual amounts of white and yellow for the type. Clean, sound and 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."
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