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A Brussels pastoral tapestry late 16th century
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- wool
- height 9 ft. 6 in.; width 11 ft.
- 290 cm, 335 cm
probably from a series of Gombaut et Macée, lacking border.
Condition
Border lacking. Old lining with modern edging. Reduced. Restorations throughout including cream-colored silk areas. Splits, open warps, and losses throughout, including areas of loss in female figure (left side of lower half). Some small patches. Beautiful quality and details. Will need some attention but well worth estimate.
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 story of Gombaut and Macée was a popular series in early tapestry, and showed idyllic arcadian scenes of country romance. The protagonists are shown here promising to marry. A tapestry of the same design woven at Enghien from the Vigo-Sternberg collection was sold at Sotheby's London, February 29, 1996, and a fragment of a variation showing only the shepherdess was sold at Sotheby's London, April 28, 1978, lot 3, and another at Christie's New York, October 7, 2008.