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A Flemish tapestry fragment depicting Apollo and the Hydra, circa 1700, Brussels
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Wool and silk
- 8 ft. 5 1/2 in. by 3 ft. 9 1/2 in.
- 258 cm by 116 cm
Condition
Old lining. Selvage later. Good colors. Restorations throughout, particularly in light colored silk area and in tail of dragon. Oval-shaped rewoven patch on belly of dragon. Some small splits and patches. Some silks dry. Very decorative, good quality.
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 present fragment is reduced from a design showing Apollo and the Hydra. For a more complete version see Sotheby's New York, October 27, 2001, lot 204, there identified as Saint George and the Dragon.