Lot 410
  • 410

A collection of eight South Netherlandish mostly silk embroidered chasubles, two stolas and a manipel 18th century

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • approximately: 120 to 140cm. long.
comprising: a light green, floral painted and goldthread border chasuble with stola and one manipel; a cream and pink flower embroidered dalmatic with goldthread borders; a purple and lace applied chasuble; a cream brocade, wool and goldthread flower embroidered chasuble; a red velvet, silk applied and goldthread embroidered chasuble, 16th century; a red and cream brocade chasuble; an Italian green and gold brocade chasuble, 16th century; and a painted leather chasuble and stola

Condition

The chasubles and dalmatic are in overall good condition considering age and use. There are the inevitable signs of wear, small damages and losses to the fabric and applications, there are some stains and some fading to the colours, there also are some smaller restorations. There is considerable wear and paint loss to the leather chasuble.
"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."