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Family of Darius, A Louis XIV Classical Tapestry, Aubusson, from The Story of Alexander, after Charles Le Brun last quarter 17th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Family of Darius
- wool, silk, flatweave tapestry technique
- approximately 275cm. high, 367cm. wide; 9ft. 1in., 12ft.
within a four-sided border with military trophies against a sable ground, with an associated fragment of the standing figure to the left of the composition, all within an associated four-sided border with military trophies
Provenance
Sotheby's, The Woolton House Sale, 6 December 1993, lot 55
Condition
Overall measurements: 275cm along left side, 273cm along right side, 367cm across the top and 365cm along the bottom.
Vertical join from top to bottom, in left hand side section. There is reweaving and patching. Faded colours overall. Hessian and old hoops. Attractive balanced overall colouring. Decorative wall covering from well known series.
"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."