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A Transitional Rio Grande Blanket
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
finely woven in handspun wool in natural ivory and aniline colors, with a Vallero star motif.
Provenance
Collection of Linda and Stanley Marcus, Dallas, TX
Acquired by present owner at Sotheby's New York, December 1998, lot 116
Condition
very good original condition, minor wear consistent with age.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
The use of a highly contrasting palette incorporating seven colors in varying shades enhance the lively pattern depicted in this blanket, clearly reminiscent of both Saltillo blanket and American quilt designs. For a discussion of Vallero blankets, see Nora Fisher, Rio Grande Textiles, Santa Fe, 1994, pp. 97-103, particularly pl. 82.