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Mariano Fortuny
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- 'Richelieu' Fortuny design, Three pairs of curtains
- damask
- four curtains: 296 by 90cm., 9ft 8in by 2ft. 11in; two larger curtains: 310 by 170cm., 10ft 2in by 5ft. 7in.
Venice, Italy, 20th century
three pairs, comprising of four small and two larger curtains with repeat pattern of stylised lion and plant, (Fortuny Archive Ref. No. 5723 - named after the Cardinal Richelieu, Court of Louis XIII), in beige against cream ground, together with six later complimentary tie-backs (12)
three pairs, comprising of four small and two larger curtains with repeat pattern of stylised lion and plant, (Fortuny Archive Ref. No. 5723 - named after the Cardinal Richelieu, Court of Louis XIII), in beige against cream ground, together with six later complimentary tie-backs (12)
Literature
Rhoda Koenig, ‘Top Dog’, The World of Interiors, December 1996, illustrated p.66.
Condition
The photograph in the catalogue shows one pair in situ. There is a photograph of one panel on-line and a detail of the pattern. The colour of the curtains is a honey-caramel colour on a cream ground. Attractive colours.
Four curtains: 296cm high, 90cm wide across the top, 9ft. 8in., 2ft. 11in.
Two larger curtains: 310cm high, 170cm wide across the top, 10ft. 2in. by 5ft. 7in.
Each curtain is gathered across the top, and attached with metal hooks for hanging. This is the width given. All are lined with cream cotton, and interlined. Panels are joined widths, and have vertical joins, barely visible (see the on-line photograph). Every curtain has some fading to the inside edges. One of the larger curtains has a visible stain in the lower left corner. There is some staining to the linings. Otherwise in good condition.
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"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."