Lot 140
  • 140

Paire de tentures en soie brodée Chine, Dynastie Qing, XVIIIE-XIXE siècle

Estimate
4,000 - 5,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

sur fond bleu ciel, à décor d'un tapis de fleurs multicolores où volent papillons et oiseaux, entouré d'une frise de fleurs.

Condition

The colour of the ground is more 'sea green' than the illustration would suggest. There is a darkened stain approx 2 by 3 cm to the upper left edge of one (see photographs). The other with some wear along the right edge. One with a water stain mark with red ink on the reverse but which does not go through the front fabric. The colours of the embroided fibres is still very fresh. Please use the zoom feature on our website at www.sothebys.com/ browse catalogue to closely inspect the surface texture of the item.
"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.
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