- 785
A set of nine Louis-Philippe wallpaper panels by Zuber & Cie. mid-19th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- sheetrock, paper
- height 84 in.; overall length 35 ft. 7 in.
- 213.5 cm; 1088.5 cm
from Vues d'Amérique du Nord, mounted on board
Condition
Mounted on sheetrock. With scattered restored tears throughout, some abrasions, and inpaint overall. Restored and ready for use.
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
Scenic wallpapers are an exclusively French creation, with the first known production in 1806, by Dufour. Technically scenic wallpaper differs from normal wallpaper in that none of the scenes are repeated. This idea provided a cheaper alternative to tapestries and fresco cycles. During the nineteenth century the most celebrated and innovative firm to create these panoramic views was the firm Zuber & Cie, based in Rixheim, France. From inception to production the wallpapers took approximately two years to complete because of the laborious process of wood block printing, in which each colour was printed from its own hand-carved block. Each scene required well over 1000 blocks.
Vues d'Amérique du Nord was one of the most popular Zuber scenic wallpapers. It was painted by Jean-Julien Deltil after the 1828-29 series of engravings by Jacques-Gerard Milbert entitled Itineraire pittoresque du fleuve Hudson et des parties latérales de l'Amérique du Nord, and was first proposed in 1833 at Zuber & Cie with the first edition printed in 1834. It was then re-issued in 1880 and later in 1923. The entire scene is composed of thirty-two panels depicting various locations of North America such as New York bay, Boston harbor and Niagara Falls. In 1961 First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy had wallpaper panels of this design installed in the Diplomatic Reception Room of the White House, where it can be seen today.
Vues d'Amérique du Nord was one of the most popular Zuber scenic wallpapers. It was painted by Jean-Julien Deltil after the 1828-29 series of engravings by Jacques-Gerard Milbert entitled Itineraire pittoresque du fleuve Hudson et des parties latérales de l'Amérique du Nord, and was first proposed in 1833 at Zuber & Cie with the first edition printed in 1834. It was then re-issued in 1880 and later in 1923. The entire scene is composed of thirty-two panels depicting various locations of North America such as New York bay, Boston harbor and Niagara Falls. In 1961 First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy had wallpaper panels of this design installed in the Diplomatic Reception Room of the White House, where it can be seen today.