A group of four needlework cushions, Northern European 18th century and later

worked in polychrome wools and silks with floral and foliate motifs and small birds, comprising of a small cushion centred with birds and fruting stems (40cm. by 46cm), applied with cerise wool pom-pom braid edges, and rectangular floral cushion (39cm. by 57cm.) applied with tasselled braid, another rectangular cushion, 18th century, with exotic birds and dragons amongst flowers, on sable ground (43cm. by 58cm.) applied with tasselled braid, and a square geometric cushion (43cm. by 43cm.) applied with pale blue piping (4)

All generally in good condition. Some small repairs and loss of threads in areas to all. small cushion centred with birds and fruting stems (40cm. by 46cm) with cerise and white sprig motif cotton backing; a rectangular floral cushion (39cm. by 57cm.) with plain caramel coloured polyester backing; a rectangular cushion with exotic birds and dragons (43cm. by 58cm.) with cerise and salmon floral damask backing; and a square geometric cushion (43cm. by 43cm.) with golden yellow floral damask backing.
"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."