- 756
NEEDLEWORK PURSE, PROBABLY ENGLISH, LATE 17TH/EARLY 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description
- wool
- Height 4 3/4 in. by Width 6 in.
Worked in couching, satin, French knots and other stitches.
Provenance
Christie's, South Kensington, December 14, 1993, lot 35.
Condition
Interior silk lining with some tears and losses. Silk foundation fabric with tears and losses exposing canvas backing beneath. Losses to trim. Overall, the silk thread with some fading and the silk backing with darkening and spot stains. Some losses to silk thread.
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.
Catalogue Note
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