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TAPESTRY 'ACHILLES AND LYCOMEDES' DAUGHTERS', FROM THE TENTURE OF ACHILLES STORY, SECOND HALF 17TH CENTURY, BRUSSELS, AFTER PIERRE PAUL RUBENS, GUILLAUME VAN LEEFDAEL WORKSHOP |
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 EUR
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Description
- 372 x 520 cm ; 146 1/2 x 204 2/3 in.
representing Achilles disguised and recognized by Lycomedes' daughters, King of Samos and Skyros, and Ulysses, topped with an inscription 'VESTE PUELLARI DETECTUS ACHILLES'; with the marks B&B [Brabant-Brussels] and Guillaume van LEEF[DAEL]; (wear and tears)
Literature
Related literature:
G. Delmarcel, Flemish tapestry, New York, 1999, pp. 222- 366
G. Delmarcel, Flemish tapestry, New York, 1999, pp. 222- 366
Condition
Illustration is quite accurate. Tapestry in average condition (cracks and tearing), needs a global restoration. Old patched restorations whose colors have turned wrongly. No border. Nevertheless, large size, wonderful design after Rubens, some colors still vivid.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) designed the projects in 1630-1635 and seven of these canvases used as models are at the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The eighth is part of the collections at the Prado Museum in Madrid.
This tapestry is comparable to one produced by the workshop of Guillaume van Leefdael's father, Jan, kept at Rubens House in Antwerp, Belgium.
This tapestry is comparable to one produced by the workshop of Guillaume van Leefdael's father, Jan, kept at Rubens House in Antwerp, Belgium.