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SILK EMBROIDERED PICTURE: FAMILY BENEATH THE SHADE TREE, LOOKING TOWARDS THE A WHITE HOUSE WITH RED DOOR, DORCAS FEARING, NEW ENGLAND, EARLY 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- SILK EMBROIDERED PICTURE, FAMILY BENEATH THE SHADE TREE, LOOKING TOWARDS THE A WHITE HOUSE WITH RED DOOR
- silk
- 17 1/2 in. by 22 in.
The whole within an eglomisé mat inscribed Dorcas Fearing, retains original pine backing board and original gilt-wood and gesso frame.
Provenance
Col. Edgar William and Bernice Chrysler Garbisch;
Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, Collection of Edgar William and Bernice Chrysler Garbisch Part II, May 8, 1974, sale 3637, lot 67.
Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, Collection of Edgar William and Bernice Chrysler Garbisch Part II, May 8, 1974, sale 3637, lot 67.
Condition
The glass eglomisé has been replaced. Some minor fading and stain overall. Couple of tiny breaks in the sky.
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.