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Tapisserie verdure d'Aubusson du milieu du XVIIIe siècle
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- 252 x 387 cm
- 8 1/4 x 12 2/3 ft
à décor "chinoisant" figurant un dais et des oiseaux exotiques sur fond de paysage
Condition
The illustration is accurate.
Good overall condition despite the inevitable minor restorations throughout.
Some restorations to the border.
The colours are still quite vibrant except on the background which is slightly sunfaded.
The tapestry has been cleaned.
"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
Ce genre de tapisserie fut extrêment populaire au XVIIIe siècle, le carton probablement initié à la manufacture de Beauvais fut largement repris à Aubusson ; pour des exemplaires marqués AUBUSSON, voir Christie's Londres, le 11 mai 2000, lot 169 et Christie's New York, le 26 novembre 2002, lot 311.