- 2023
(THE MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE). WHITE KID GLOVES PRODUCED AS A COMMEMORATIVE OF LAFAYETTE'S VISIT TO THE UNITED STATES
Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- A pair of lady's white kid gloves produced as a commemorative of Lafayette's visit to the United States
Printed with a portrait medallion of Lafayette captioned "The Friend of Washington." Length in. ( mm).
Condition
The gloves appear to be unworn and exhibit some very slight soiling. The middle finger of the left glove has a short seam separation at the fingertip.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Gloves commemorating Lafayette's grand tour of the United States were produced in several styles, but this is a scarce variant; more commonly his portrait was captioned "Welcome Lafayette."