AN OTTOMAN VELVET BROCADE FRAGMENT WITH RECIPROCAL TREFOILS, TURKEY, BURSA OR ISTANBUL, LATE 16TH/EARLY 17TH CENTURY

AN OTTOMAN VELVET BROCADE FRAGMENT WITH RECIPROCAL TREFOILS, TURKEY, BURSA OR ISTANBUL, LATE 16TH/EARLY 17TH CENTURY

metal thread and velvet, with trefoils palmettes containing carnation and tulips, mounted on silk backed frame, with a label 'The Textile Gallery London, N.14130'

52.5 by 47cm.

Please note: Condition 9 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers for this sale is not applicable to this lot.

Condition Report:
Vestiges of metal threads, fraying, multiple tears with associated consolidation visible due to slight variation of colour threads, the velvet with areas of rubbing, backed on silk with detachable velcrum

"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."