Lot 87
  • 87

A Brussels Allegorical Tapestry of Summer from a Series of the Four Seasons, attributed to the workshop of Jacob Coenot circa 1700

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • height 9 ft. 2 in., width 12 ft.
  • 279 cm., 366 cm.
depicting ladies playing music in an extensive wooded landscape.

Condition

Dry, restoration throughout. Cut vertically near center to the right of tree. Two-thirds of upper border and most of left border entirely rewoven. Side borders folded in approximately 1" each. Some moth damage, splits, and water damage.
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.

Catalogue Note

See H. Göbel, Wandteppiche, Leipzig, 1923, no. 324 for the full composition.