Lot 149
  • 149

A group of olive green damask curtains, European, 20th century

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • woven textile
comprising of four olive green damask curtains (approximately 430cm high by 110cm wide), four matching square shaped pelmet pieces (approximately 90 by 60cm), two long oval shaped pelmet pieces (approximately 130 by 230cm), and four matching tie backs, together with four plain light green silk lightweight inner curtains (approximately 430 by 93cm)
(qty 18)

Condition

overall good condition (benefit from clean), main curtains with some discolouration at the very top (yellow appearance), and some stains and marks on lower edges on four plain light green curtains Comprising of four olive green damask curtains (approximately 430cm high, 110cm gathered across the top, 193cm when straight along the lower edge), four matching square shaped pelmet pieces (approximately 90 by 60cm), two long oval shaped pelmet pieces (approximately 130 by 230cm), and four matching tie backs, together with four plain light green silk curtains (approximately 430cm high, 93cm gathered across the top, 187cm when straight along the lower edge) (qty 18) Please ask the department if you would like extra images of the various pieces.
"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."

Catalogue Note

The curtain arrangement within the interior was designed by Federico Forquet