Lot 151
  • 151

A group of plain olive green curtains, European, 20th century

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • woven textile
comprising of four olive green curtains (approximately 385cm high by 87cm wide), with two matching swags (approximately 41 by 171cm), and four rope and tassel tie-backs, with two shaped box pelmets covered with green damask and with small corner rosettes (approximately 120cm. high, 201cm. wide, 17cm. deep), together with four plain light apricot curtains (approximately 387 by 87cm)
(qty 16)

Condition

Comprising of four olive green curtains (approximately 385cm high, 87cm gathered across the top, 144cm when straight along the lower edge), green lining very faded. Curtain good condition; with two matching swags (approximately 41 by 171cm), and four rope and tassel tie-backs, with two shaped box pelmets covered with green damask and with small corner rosettes (approximately 120cm. high, 201cm. wide, 17cm. deep), together with four plain light apricot curtains (approximately 387cm high, 87cm gathered across the top, 127cm when straight along the lower edge), faded condition. (qty 16) Main curtains and pelmet in good condition. Please ask the department if you would like extra images of the various pieces.
"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

The curtain arrangement within the interior was designed by Federico Forquet