L12308

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Lot 466
  • 466

Tapestries and Textiles.

Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • A collection of 18 volumes, including:
  • Paper
[Bailly, J.] Devises pour les tapisseries du roy. [Paris, 1668], 2 parts in one vol., folio, engraved titles, 2 sub-titles and 8 folding plates, engraved illustrations in text, later calf-backed boards, some tears and repairs, one plate defective with loss, some soiling, sold with all faults
Chenavard, A. Recueil des dessins de tapis, tapisseries et autres objets d'ameublement. [Paris, 1833-1835], folio, aquatint pictorial title and 39 (of 41) plates, contemporary morocco-backed boards, lacking plates 17 and 39, somewhat spotted and soiled, binding worn
Dupont-Auberville, A. Art industriel. L'ornament des tissus. Paris, 1877, folio, 100 coloured plates, contemporary half morocco
with 15 others, mostly modern, but including another copy of Chenavard with plates 1-30 only (18)

Condition

the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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."