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A printed velvet textile, designed by C.F.A. Voysey, designed circa 1888
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A printed velvet textile, designed by C.F.A. Voysey
- 264cm. high by 162cm. wide
manufactured by G.P. & J. Baker and retailed by Liberty & Co., comprising two joined panels depicting stylised poppies and interlaced stems
Provenance
Property from the Estate of Vance N. Jordan, Sotheby's New York, 16th June 2004, lot 291.
Christie's London, 27th October 1998, lot 47.
Literature
Linda Parry, Textiles of the Arts and Crafts Movement, London, 1988, pl.57.
Condition
A stylish piece of good overall appearance. The pattern has been printed onto two panels which have been sewn together. Piece is extensively faded and discoloured, particularly to edges. One or two minor holes circa 1cm. wide and a major rip circa 15cm. wide to the lower right. Currently fitted as a curtain and has been re-backed with a liner.
"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."