A large group of embroidered velvet panels most Italian and 16th/ 17th century

including a chasuble with a very fine orphrey worked in gilt metal thread with the half figures of the Madonna and Child, St. Barbara and St. John the Evangelist; a red velvet pouch worked in silver thread on both sides with an armorial shield within Regence ornament; a valance, probably Ottoman, 18th century; also including a large number of fragments and six pillows

Chasuble: loose stitches/needlework, some small tears, the upper front and back part of red fabric worn. Several pillows and velvet panels are discoloured, have some staines and taires, the overall lot is in reasonable good, but aged condition. This lot is sold as seen
"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."

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