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A Flemish Old Testament Biblical Tapestry, Enghien 16th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- wool, linen, silk
- Approximately 331cm. high, 328cm. wide; 10ft. 10in., 10ft. 9in.
within a four-sided floral and fruiting border incorporating allegorical figures
Literature
Delmarcel, Guy, Tapisseries Anciennes d’Enghien, Mons, 1980, pp.66-103.
Delmarcel, Guy, Flemish Tapestries, London, 1999, pp.168-176.
De Meuter, Ingrid,Tapisseries d’Audenarde du XVI au XVIII Siècle, 1999, pp.147-191.
Delmarcel, Guy, Flemish Tapestries, London, 1999, pp.168-176.
De Meuter, Ingrid,Tapisseries d’Audenarde du XVI au XVIII Siècle, 1999, pp.147-191.
Condition
Colours not as yellow in hue overall in reality. Crisper and more defined appearance in reality.
There are areas of restoration, repairs and some 19th century reweaving.
Main field with some repairs to the brown outlines in places, small repairs, and some professional reweaving to some areas of yellow. For examples within the borders, see the outer narrow border across left of top edge, and left side, top of inner vertical border, for later rewoven strips. The terracotta areas to inner edges of left and top of the main field are later. Some of brown outlines are later, commensurate with age. Small repairs in border to yellow and to areas of the figures. The borders have been cut and joined (woven joins). The inset figures of Fides (Faith) in the top and bottom border and are misaligned. This does not detract from the overall appearance. Later outer selvedge on all four sides. Tapestry is lined with cotton and has old Velcro across the top for hanging purposes (may need replacing).
Main field with balanced composition and colouring, and some charming details and evidence of expert weaving techniques. Very decorative narrative tapestry.
"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."