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A rare Gothic biblical tapestry fragment, probably upper Rhine late 15th century
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 EUR
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Description
- 102 by 72 cm.
worked with the figures of St. Matthew and St. James, retaining border on the right, top and bottom, the left border modern and painted
Literature
Comparitive Literature
Christana Cantzler, Bildtepiche der Spätgotik am Mittelrhein 1400-1550, Tübingen 1990
Christana Cantzler, Bildtepiche der Spätgotik am Mittelrhein 1400-1550, Tübingen 1990
Condition
The colours of the printed catalogue illustration are slightly too bright. Soiled but in original condition, loss to the waist of St. James, right border frail, minor loss to bottom border, lacking backing cloth, minor old repais, espacially to the dark browns.
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"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."