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A Napoleon III Aubusson armorial round rug, France
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- approximately 6ft. 11in. (2.11m.) in diameter
inscribed Napoleon Empereur
Provenance
Beshar's, New York, 1962
Condition
Fabric backed, with backing now partially detached.
Scattered restitching at color changes, medallion with losses and small holes and some later restitching.
A few slits at color changes.
Scattered spot stains and surface dirt, will enhance with cleaning.
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
The imperial coat of arms of Napoleon III are rendered in meticulous detail on this carpet, complete with an almost tactile ermine mantle and weighty medallion of the Légion d'honneur. Woven in an unusual round format that together with the quality of the weaving suggest this carpet was created as a specific and important commission.