A FRENCH LANDSCAPE TAPESTRY, PROBABLY AUBUSSON 19TH CENTURY |

woven with a woodland and river landscape with wading birds on the riverbank, and châteaux on the horizon beyond the river, within a four-sided floral, ribbon tied, blue acanthus and lambrequin border on a dark sable ground, with banded brown and yellow outer selvedge

Overall measurements: 320cm across the top, 323cm across the bottom, 260cm along the left side, 260cm along the right side The tapestry is lined with modern check cotton. Decorative tapestry, with some repair to large leaf plant in lower left corner. In good overall condition, commensurate with age. Decorative tapestry and attractive border, inspired by earlier tapestries.
"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."