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An early Victorian embroidered wool needlework picture of a basket of flowers second quarter 19th century
Estimate
400 - 600 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wool, wood
- height 13 1/2 in.; width 10 3/4 in.
- 34.3 cm; 27.3 cm
within a later frame.
Provenance
sold Christie's, South Kensington, 'The Old Vicarage, West Malling, Kent', September 23, 1998, lot 659
Condition
In very good condition with wool embroidery still intact; colors have slightly darkened; some surface dirt present; giltwood frame with cracks along construction seams and with small losses to gilding and gesso; not examined out of frame.
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.