Lot 64
- 64
A Napoleon III Aubusson carpet
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- wool, carpet, flatweave technique
- approximately 518 by 401cm; 17ft., 13ft. 2in.
woven with three central medallions enclosing floral sprays, with elaborate surround with further similar floral filled reserves and corner medallions, within frame pattern surround,
Literature
Illustrated, John Goodall, ‘Regency Revival’, Country Life, London, 10 February 2010, p. 63
Condition
Overall very smart. Good colour. Some restorations and localised discolouration as typical. Old repaired fireplace hearth cuts in long side, approximately 25cm in length. Small reweaves mainly scattered through central medallion and in spandrels and pale blue medallions. Ivory ground now darkened and with some local lighter patches from spot cleaning. Would benefit from a professional clean.
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"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."
"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."