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John Henry Dearle (1860 - 1932) for Morris & Co.
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- A pair of 'Elmcote' curtain panels
- 213cm. high by 131cm. wide (top) by 288cm. wide (base);
- 8ft, 4ft 3¾in., 10ft 5½in.
hand-loomed jacquard wool and mohair, green, rust and blue on a black ground
Condition
Extensive wear overall, including matting, holes, and some minor fading. Lining with some stains. One with 4-inch strip on the right hand side where curtain is threadbare and faded. Colour and contrast are nevertheless good for their age, with considerable brightness overall.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
'Elmcote' was woven in three colourways at Merton Abbey (Linda Parry, William Morris Textiles, London, 1983, p. 164).