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Two rare cartographic silk wall hangings 18th century
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- the first: 148 by 138 cm., the second: 116 by 162 cm.
one illustrating Eastern France, the Rhine, North Eastern Switzerland, Arlberg mountains and Southern Germany; the other entitled Theatrum Belli by Johann Friedrich Oettingeri and Matthaeus Seutter, illustrating the regions West of the Rhine with the map orientated towards the West, reaching from Burgundy to Utrecht; both printed on silk, coloured, composed of sections sewn together, applied with paper label onto the reverse
Condition
Both in overall good condition, probably never exposed to daylight. Few minor tears and stains, the silk slightly dry.
"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."