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A Flemish Genre Tapestry attributed to the Workshop of Guillaume Werniers Early 18th century, Lille
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- height 8ft.; width 8ft. 11in.
- 2.44m; 2.55m
a man playing a flute with his hound reclining beside him, a shepherd to the right, woven with the device of the town of Lille on the bottom right, within narrow border of spiralling acanthus vines, bearing a later inscription
Provenance
Van Straaten Collection, Brussels
Mrs. Henry A. Hatry, New York
Condition
Old lining with loops. Two central folds. Restored. Some patches of re-weaving throughout and some restorations throughout. Reduced. Good colors. Overall the colors are lighter in reality. The greens are more true than illustrated 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.
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.