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A gros and petit point octagonal needlework panel, French, 18th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- wool, needlework
- approximately 95 by 92cm (mounted); 84 by 81cm (textile visible); 3ft. 1in., 3ft. and 2ft. 9in., 2ft. 8in.
centred with a vignette of classical figures in a landscape, with a floral surround on a dark brown/black ground, now mounted on a square red textile covered stretcher
Condition
Measurements:
mounted square stretcher: 95cm high, 92cm wide, 3cm deep;
textile visible 84cm at highest, 81cm at widest;
Repairs to the areas of silk highlights of background of central landscape panel, as visible in the photograph. Faces with highlighted later eyes. Some oxidisation to browns in areas of main border and small repaired splits. In very good overall condition. Highly decorative panel.
Mounted within a dark copper coloured textile covered padded square frame with octagonal recess.
"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."