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A Louis XVI painted silk panel, possibly Russian, now divided into four panels, together with an additional frieze panel circa 1790
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- silk, oak
- height of largest panels 108 1/2 in.; width of largest panels 21 1/2 in.; height of middle panel 77 1/2 in.; width of middle panel 44 1/2 in.; height of smallest panels 56 in.; width of smallest panels 29 1/2 in.
- 275.5 cm; 54.5 cm; 197 cm; 113 cm; 142.5 cm; 75 cm
Provenance
Russian Imperial Collection, sold Rudolph Lepke, Berlin, 4-5 June 1929, lot 276 (set of eight panels)
Condition
Originally one larger panel, now in later frames. Old scattered repairs and patches. Some areas with refreshed paint, others with losses to paint,. Surface dirt and scattered water marks. Canvas backed.
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.