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A French horsehair and silk needlework picture of three children second quarter 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- horsehair, silk, wood
- height 13 1/2 in.; width 10 3/4 in.
- 34.3 cm; 27.3 cm
within a giltwood frame.
Provenance
Witney Antiques, Oxfordshire, December 11, 2003
Literature
illustrated in Witney Antiques, "An Exceptional Endeavor: British Samplers and Historic Embroideries" (2003), p.25
Condition
In fair condition with some breaks to the weft in the ground weave; many of the longer floats in the foreground are broken; some dirt and marks to silk ground; frame with one small chip; rubbing and scratching to gilding; not examined out of frame.
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.
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.