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The Annunciation, An English New Testament Biblical Tapestry, woven by John Martin and Gordon Berry for Morris & Co, after Fra Lippo Lippi 15th century altarpiece 1911
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- wool tapestry weave
- Lunette format: Framed 104cm. at highest, 220cm. at widest; 3ft. 5in., 7ft. 2in.; Tapestry visible 87cm. at highest, 201cm. at widest; 2ft. 10in., 6ft. 7in.
of lunette format, mounted within a carved gilt frame
Provenance
St Mary's Convent, Chiswick
Spink, London, 1990
Christies', London, 5th May 1995, lot 20
Spink, London, 1990
Christies', London, 5th May 1995, lot 20
Exhibited
'Costume and Textiles at Spink' Exhibition, Spink and Sons, London, 5-20th December 1990, no. 97
Literature
H.C. Marillier, History of the Merton Abbey Tapestry Works, founded by William Morris, 1927, pp.24 & 36
Linda Parrry, William Morris Textiles, V&A Publishing 2013, Chp. 5. Tapestries, pp.124-163, pg. 158
Hali, No.54, December 1990
Linda Parrry, William Morris Textiles, V&A Publishing 2013, Chp. 5. Tapestries, pp.124-163, pg. 158
Hali, No.54, December 1990
Condition
This tapestry is in very good condition. Around the edges the original woven blue selvedge is visible, especially around the curve, and in small sections the frame does not cover the lighter outer woven edge. Only noticeable on close inspection.
It is framed in a carved giltwood surround (small chip to top right edge)
"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."