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A FINE CREWEL WORK EMBROIDERED WOOL BED COVER, FROM WHITNEY MILLS, DATED 1700 |
Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- Length 78 in. by Width 59 1/2 in.; 198.1 by 151.1 cm.
embroidered with garlands of Tudor roses and strawberries; with embroidered initials MH and MR.
Provenance
Cora Ginsburg, New York, April 1986;
Vogel Collection, no. 448.
Vogel Collection, no. 448.
Condition
Overall fine condition, exhibiting wear and discoloration commensurate with age and use. Few minor losses.
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.