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A late Gothic Netherlandish tapestry panel circa 1520
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- tapestry
- 8 ft. 5 in. by 8 ft. 3 in.; 2.57 m. by 2.52 m.
A tapestry illustrating the story of Saint Augustine dated 1518, (published in H. Göbel, Wandteppiche, part II, vol. II, fig. 310) with very similar decorated pilasters separating parts of the composition and there attributed to the Tournai workshops, was sold in these rooms January 12,1996, lot 1185.
Provenance
William Crocker, San Francisco;
by descent to present owner.
by descent to present owner.
Condition
Old lining. Reduced. Restoration throughout and some patches of re-weaving. Some piecing particularly in millefleurs ground. Much of selvage is later. Good colors.
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.