SET OF CREWELWORK BEDHANGINGS, MISS ELEANOR EASTMAN JOHNSON CARTER, BOSCAWEN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, CIRCA 1756

Labelled Ernest Lanano, Interiors, New York, 18th century with 20th century additions. Together with a group of crewelwork fragments; a crewel embroidered curtain; a set of modern linen sheets; a blue and white homespun mattress cover, 20th century; and a red and blue checked mattress cover, marked B.L.F, early 19th century.  6 pieces.

The first: Descended in the family of the maker;
Hollis Brodrick Antiques, New Hampshire, 1998.
The second: Philip H. Bradley, Downingtown, Pennsylvania, 1976.
The third: Hovey B. Gleason, Marietta, Pennsylvania, 1973.
The fourth:Frances Woods, 1973.

The first: Faded, discolored, shredding and losses; The second: Faded, stained, and discolored. With losses; The third: Faded and discolored. With modern backing; The fourth: In good condition; The fifth: In good condition.
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.

Not illustrated.

Anita Schorsch's file including extensive genealogical information on the Eastman-Carter-Buswell-family of Hopkinton and Boscawen, New Hampshire accompanies this lot.