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A Flemish Mythological Landscape Tapestry, Oudenaarde first quarter 18th Century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- wool flatweave
- Approximately 297cm. high, 450cm. wide; 9ft. 9in., 14ft. 9in.
woven within a four-sided golden strapwork border
Condition
Tapestry is lined and has Velcro loosely attached across the top for hanging purposes, and will need some reinforcing in order to hold tapestry in future. Colours overall are green and not so blue, as in the catalogue photograph and are livelier and crisper and more naturalistic in hue. Some minor scattered repairs. Some minor areas of weakness to sky. This is a highly decorative tapestry, with well balanced colour and composition, within an attractive golden border.
"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."
Catalogue Note
See catalogue note at Sothebys.com