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An Aubusson mythological tapestry from the series of Rinaldo and Armida, after a design by Simon Vouet (1590-1649) second half 17th century
Estimate
16,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- height 9 ft. 4 in.; width 11 ft. 5 in.
- 284 cm, 348 cm
Condition
New lining with snaps. Slightly reduced. Good blues, greens, and browns. Well done restorations throughout. Stable, attractive, and ready to hang.
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.
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
The present subject, Rinaldo seeing his image reflected in the diamond shield, is the fifth woven in the series of the story of the Christian knight Rinaldo and the sorceress Armida, from Tasso's Gerusalemme Liberata, made after designs by the painter Simon Vouet (1590-1649).
See Sotheby's New York, April 27, 2007, lot 12; M. Fenaille, Etat Général des Tapisseries de la Manufacture des Gobelins..., Paris, 1923, vol. 1, pp. 319-328; and D. Lavalle, "Simon Vouet et la Tapisserie" in Vouet (exh. cat.), Paris, November 1990-February 1991, p. 500.
See Sotheby's New York, April 27, 2007, lot 12; M. Fenaille, Etat Général des Tapisseries de la Manufacture des Gobelins..., Paris, 1923, vol. 1, pp. 319-328; and D. Lavalle, "Simon Vouet et la Tapisserie" in Vouet (exh. cat.), Paris, November 1990-February 1991, p. 500.