Lot 46
  • 46

A SET OF TWELVE PAINTED PATTERNS FOR WOVEN SILKS 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • giltwood, waxed paper
  • height of largest with frame 22 1/4 in.; width with frame 20 in.
  • 56.5 cm; 51 cm
in later giltwood frames

Provenance

Sotheby Parke Bernet New York, February 27, 28 and March 1, 1975, lots 349 and 350

Condition

Giltwood frames with chips and losses to gilding and gesso. Some tears to the wax paper where it has dried out. Creases and some minor losses. Quite colorful and interesting. All are of slightly different sizes. Please note that these have not been examined out of frame.
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.