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A baroque style gold-painted four-fold tapestry screen the frame late 19th century, the tapestry Brussels, 17th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- height 84 in.; width of each panel 24 3/4 in.; overall width approx. 99 in.
- 213.5 cm; 63 cm; 251.5 cm
the carved painted gold frame containing tapestry border panel fragments.
Condition
Minor marks and chips to the paint, carving and gilding. Traces of gilding underneath the gold paint. Some fading to the tapestry. Restorations throughout the cream colored areas. Silks dry. The two side panels with associated top and bottom scenes, possibly from another tapestry. Minor open warps. In otherwise good condition. Overall the colors are much less white than illustrated in the catalogue. The colors are more golden in reality.
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.