15th Mar, 2013 9:00 GMT/BST

Spring Fine Art Sale

 
Lot 1267
 

1267

A Late 17th/Early 18th Century Flemish "Verdure " Tapestry Woven in silk and wools depicting...

A Late 17th/Early 18th Century Flemish "Verdure" Tapestry
Woven in silk and wools depicting a large leafy tree flanked by birds within a wooded landscape, the background with castles, houses and a bridge enclosed by borders of flowers plants and acanthus leaves and narrow plain minor borders, 358cm by 271cm

Sold for £2,600
Estimated at £2,000 - £3,000


 

The tapestry is in fair condition given its age. Areas where the silk and wool have deteriorated are visible and there are some reweaves typical of a piece of this age. At some time a backing has been added and this is now distressed in places.

 


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Auction: Spring Fine Art Sale, 15th Mar, 2013

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