FOUR BOLTS OF SILK AND VELVET LATE QING DYNASTY

comprising one of light blue and another of lavender brocade with foliate patterns and old paper labels dated 'seventh year of Tongzhi,' corresponding to 1869; and two of cut velvet with shou character roundels in deep and light shades of aubergine (4)

Each bolt of silk retains its original suppleness and sheen. The lavender brocade in overall good condition with no fading. The light blue brocade in overall fair condition, but slightly faded in the section that has served as the exterior of the rolled bolt (width approx. 25 cm), and a few small faint yellow spots to the fabric within. The velvet silks with some abrasion where the silk has creased from being rolled (resulting in some breaks to the fabric within the first 50 cm of the brighter purple bolt), and shedding some of the purple dye when touched.
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.