A PAIR OF EMBROIDERED SILK PANELS LATE QING DYNASTY

of cream-colored plain weave silk decorated with butterflies gracing scattered sprays of flowers and tall grasses, all executed in satin stitch in a pastel palette, mounted in pale green paper and silk matting within a gilt-wood frame (2)

Collection of The Honorable Lewis Clark, United States Minister, Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to China in the 1930’s – 1940’s, and thence by descent.

The silk in overall good condition with no signs of staining or discoloration, but with a small tear (approx. 2 cm) in one of the silk panels, and tiny black dot on the other silk panel. Please note that the silk panels were not removed from the frame for examination.
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.