- 667
A needlework and embroidered sampler early 18th century
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- Framed: approximately 57cm. high, 75cm. wide; 1ft. 10in., 2ft. 5in.; Textile Visible: 43cm. high, 62cm. wide; 1ft. 5in., 2ft.
worked with various irregularly placed and orientated figures and motifs including group of heads of figures, vase of flowers and block of squares of examples of stitching, on natural linen ground; Framed, mounted and glazed
Condition
Framed, mounted and glazed.
Very interesting historical piece. Some misalignments within weave of the ground, so not all symmetrical. Some areas with areas of repair to the ground, on to the left side, underneath shoes, between the basket of flowers and the figure and just left of top of basket of flowers. Possible darned repair - area up the centre which shoes as being lighter/whiter in colour.
"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."