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A Franco/Flemish Pastoral Landscape Tapestry, late 17th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- wool, flatweave tapestry technique
- approximately 300cm. high, 240cm. wide; 9ft. 10in., 7ft. 10in.
woven with a man trapping a hare, in a woodland clearing, with château in the distance, within a four-sided border of flowers, grapes, birds and cherubs, with baskets of fruit and parrots in each lower corner and winged putti and acanthus leaves in each top corner, the horizontal borders centred with a cartouche enclosing a landscape
Condition
Tapestry is lined with cotton backing and presently has a sleeve across the top edge for a pole. It is recommended that Velcro should be added for hanging purposes in the future. There are some small repairs and some splits in places (for example to highlights of the sky). Stable condition overall. Decorative tapestry of a good size as not too large.
"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."