Lot 148
- 148
A Qajar silk panel with horse riders, Persia, 19th century
Estimate
4,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- silk on cotton
- 182 by 125cm
comprised of three joined vertical panels, woven in light green, orange, yellow and white silk with bands of equestrian figures and quadrupeds
Condition
Colour of the image is very orange yellow in the printed catalogue and in reality it is a subtle sand colour and more attractive.
This panel is comprised of three joined vertical panels, the central panel incorporating horizontal border within the design creating the niche. This panel is not lined, we would recommend professional lining and mounting. Scattered spot marks, including two large areas, for example - centre top of niche and far top-right corner of border, visible as circular mark, otherwise in generally good condition, as viewed.
"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."
"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."