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A Franco/Flemish Landscape Tapestry 17th century
Estimate
5,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- wool, silk, tapestry flatweave technique
- approximately 273cm. high, 391cm. wide; 8ft. 11in., 12ft. 10in.
within a four-sided floral border
Condition
Colour of image in printed catalogue is a good colour match with the tapestry in reality.
Overall measurements: 273cm along the left side, 273cm along the right side, 391cm across the top, 391cm along the bottom.
Tapestry is lined. Old hooks across the top. Recommend that Velcro should be attached across the top for hanging purposes in the future. Partially old selvedge. Some minor horizontal splits in places, which need some attention, and some along colour change of lower border. Colours have faded overall. There are some repairs and some oxidisation to the browns. Decorative wall covering.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."