Lot 451
  • 451

Tapisserie de Beauvais aux armes de France de la tenture des Chasses Nouvelles, d'époque Louis XV, vers 1740 d'après un carton de Jean-Baptiste Oudry

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description

  • La Chasse au loup
  • wool
  • Haut. 315 cm, larg. 400 cm
  • Height 124 in; width 157 1/2 in
scène de chasse au loup avec cavaliers, verdure ; bordures ornées de fleurs de lys dans les angles ; (parties de bordure refaites)

Provenance

Vente à Paris, hôtel Drouot, etude Thierry de Maigret, le 7 juin 2002, lot 328

Condition

Illustration is accurate. Colors are still vivid, except red areas which are slightly discolored. Very few patched restorations in places. As said, some parts of the borders redone. Overall good condition, ready to be displayed. Linen.
"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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Catalogue Note

Comme il l'avait fait pour la manufacture des Gobelins, Jean-Baptiste Oudry a réalisé pour la manufacture de Beauvais une série de cartons pour une suite de tapisseries sur le thème des chasses comprenant la chasse au loup, au cerf, au renard, au daim, au sanglier et le limier.