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PAIR OF NEEDLEWORK PICTURES
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
- wool
- The largest: 20 1/4 in. by 15 in.
A sampler by Lydia Tompkins depicting Noah's Ark and including Biblical themes, Philadelphia, inscribed: Lydia Tomkins Her Work done in the Tenth year of Her Age-Philadelphia January the 4th 1776 and practice needlework for flame stitches and other border designs on linen. 2 pieces.
Provenance
The first: Mary Jennings.
Exhibited
The first: The University of Pennsylvania Hospital Antiques Show, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 23-28th, 1979.
Condition
A. Discolored. Some losses overall. B. In good condition overall. Some losses.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.