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A pair of Flemish tapestry border fragments, late 17th century, now cushions
Estimate
600 - 900 GBP
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Description
- Rectangular format: Approximately 58cm. by 33cm.; 1ft. 11in., 1ft. 1in.; and 53cm. by 32cm.; 1ft. 9in., 1ft.
woven with sections of swags of exuberant fruit and vegetables, and sections of border detailing, such as scallop shapes, on almond coloured ground, each with light terracotta coloured raw silk backing and applied with gold braid and golden tasselled fringe (Qty 2)
Condition
Faded colours. Some minor repairs. Some warp threads showing, particularly in areas of brown weave, which is commensurate condition with areas with this age of colour of dye. Otherwise good overall condition.
"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."