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Panneau en broderie au point d'époque Régence, vers 1720
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- 101 x 221 cm
- 39 3/4 in x 87 in
à décor de croix du Saint-Esprit dans un entourage de fleurs sur fond ivoire ; dans un cadre en bois doré d'époque postérieure ; (usures)
Condition
Illustration is too pink.
As expected there are some wear and repairs in places.
Nevertheless beautiful naturalistic embroidery which represents numerous kind of flowers.
Was probably used at the origin as a liturgical ornament (in front of an altar).
Giltwood frame of later date (chips in places).
The Holy Spirit order was the most prestigious honour that an aristocrat could receive during the Ancien Regime.
"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."