- 601
A Brussels Tapestry depicting the Story of Joseph and Potiphar's Wife early 17th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- Wool
- 11 ft. 1 in. by 10 ft. 7 in.; 3 m. 38 cm. by 3 m. 23 cm.
Condition
Old Lining with loops. Well-done restoration throughout, particularly in cream-colored silk areas. Some dry areas. Minor splits, some open warps and losses. Good Verdure colors. Brighter and more golden tone overall in reality compared to catalog image. Could Benefit from cleaning. Selvage cut with sewn edge.
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.
Catalogue Note
The present tapestry illustrates the story of Joseph and Potiphar's Wife, from the Book of Genesis, Chapter 39. Joseph, the son of Jacob and Rachel, was sold into slavery to an Egyptian named Potiphar, who was captain of the Pharoah's guard. Joseph was favored by Potiphar and became the steward of his household, where Joseph caught the eye of Potiphar's wife. Joseph resists temptation from Potiphar's wife, so she accuses him of trying to seduce her and Potiphar has Joseph imprisoned.
The narrative of this tapestry is presented in a counter-clockwise arrangement. In the left foreground we see two men, Potiphar on the right, negotiating Joseph's sale into slavery while Potiphar's wife looks on in the right foreground. In the right background. Joseph flees the lustful embrace of Potiphar's wife, leaving behind his cloak. In the center background Potiphar's wife present Joseph's cloak to Potiphar, accusing him of trying to seduce her. In the left background, Joseph is escorted to a castle-like prison.
The narrative of this tapestry is presented in a counter-clockwise arrangement. In the left foreground we see two men, Potiphar on the right, negotiating Joseph's sale into slavery while Potiphar's wife looks on in the right foreground. In the right background. Joseph flees the lustful embrace of Potiphar's wife, leaving behind his cloak. In the center background Potiphar's wife present Joseph's cloak to Potiphar, accusing him of trying to seduce her. In the left background, Joseph is escorted to a castle-like prison.