Lot 17
  • 17

éventail en ivoire, probablement Angleterre, vers 1745

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 EUR
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Description

  • éventail en ivoire, probablement Angleterre, vers 1745
  • ivory, paper
  • Long. 26.7 cm ; 10 3/8 in
les tiges peintes de raisins, rubans ou fleurs, la feuille peinte de cinq vignettes sur un fond rose parsemé de fleurs, le verso, d'une esquisse de paysage


the sticks variously painted with grapes, ribbons and flowers, the leaf painted with five vignettes against a pink background scattered with flowers, the reverse, a landscape sketch






Condition

guards and sticks: slight rubbing to painted and gilded hilights. The leaf overall good appearance, some splits along folds, the longest 4cm, restored tear accross the leaf adjacent to right guard.
"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.
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