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A French papier peint 19th century
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 53cm highby 106cm wide; 1ft 8 3/4in. by 3ft. 7 1/2in.
decorated with troubadours within arcaded cloisters
Provenance
Sold lot 187, Papier Peints Ancien, Collection de La Maison Follot, Sotheby's Parke Bernet Monaco S.A., 7th and 8th February 1982.
Literature
Times Literary Supplement, 9th July 1982
Felicity Melman, Old Wallpapers, Fine Reproductions, Antique Collector, Jan. 1983, pp. 48-53, ill. p. 50.
Condition
Colours overall much stronger with more contrast, more vibrant and attractive than in catalogue photograph. Some very minor creases here and there, and spotting but these do not detract from the piece. Now on a cream mount with a faux porphyry frame.
"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."
"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."