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A voided velvet` yastik', Bursa or Istanbul, Ottoman
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- silk velvet
- Approximately 58 by 68cm., 1ft. 11in., 2ft. 2in.
of rectangular format, the central square with a floral roundel enclosing a flowerhead and star, with alternating tulip and carnations, with elements of further design around edges, within a four-sided border with scrolling leaf design, now mounted on later stretcher
Provenance
Collection Irene Soustiel
Exhibited
Turkophilia, Paris, 2011
Literature
Paris 2011, pg.60.
Condition
Colours less bold, and more muted. The appearance is crisper and more defined.Velvet pile in good condition generally, except to some of palmettes in the border. Silver metal-thread ground to alternating leaf motifs in the border have some losses and there are some abrasions and loose threads in the satin ground. Edges are bound with silk and cotton crimson fabric, possibly near contemporary. Unusual size and format.
"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."