Lot 11
  • 11

A set of three pairs of cerise silk curtains

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • woven silk damask
  • curtains: one pair approximately 404cm. high, 100cm. wide; 13ft. 3in., by 3ft. 3in.; and two pairs approximately 404cm. high, 80cm. wide; 13ft. 3in., by 2ft. 8in.
together with three pelmets with fringes along lower edge, and six complimentary coloured rope and tassel tie-backs
(15)

Condition

Striking colour and decorative curtains. They are plain silk and not floral damask. They are light weight as not lined. Nature of fabric to crease. Overall in good condition. Curtains: Full measurements (including drop, width across the top gathered, and the width across the bottom of the curtain panel) Approx. 404cm. high, between 80cm and 106cm. wide across the top (gathered) and at widest approx. 250cm. across the bottom. Three separate pelmets (with modern curtain hooks): Two are approx. 185cm. wide, 85cm. high, and one is 244cm. wide, 85cm. high. There are three cerise coloured cotton covered wooden support rails: Two: 156cm. wide, 13cm. high, one 206cm. wide, 13cm. wide.
"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.
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