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A Victorian needlework carpet possibly Swedish
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- approximately 8 ft. 10 in. by 4 ft. 4 in.
- 2.7 m by 1.3 m
circa 1849, fabric backed, some oxidized browns and minor restitching.
Provenance
Owned by descent in the family of Gustav de Mare since 1849, sold, Bukowskis, Stockholm, November 27-29, 1996, lot 1196
Condition
Colors in catalogue are generally accurate with the original having fresher, livelier hues. Fabric backed. Small areas of oxidized browns, particularly along sides, with minor areas of foundation exposed. Some restitched small dark brown areas with the largest repaired area being approximately 0.5in. by 0.5in. in size. Very few minor scattered restitching to other colors. Minor break to right side. Brown areas striated due to abrash as visible in catalogue. One pea-sized hardened wax drop in field. Very good overall condition, ready for use.
This lot will be offered without reserve.
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.