TWO MEDIEVAL OPUS ANGLICANUM EMBROIDERED AND METAL-THREAD BURSE PANELS, ENGLISH, CIRCA 1320-1330
TWO MEDIEVAL OPUS ANGLICANUM EMBROIDERED AND METAL-THREAD BURSE PANELS, ENGLISH, CIRCA 1320-1330
of barbed quatrefoil format, finely worked in silk and metal-thread, one worked with the Crucifixion, with Christ flanked by the Virgin and St. John, the other with the Coronation of the Virgin, on a ground of complex gold embroidery with intricate pattern incorporating lions, each motif 25cm by 26cm, mounted together in a glazed frame
Glazed Frame: 37cm by 66cm; 1ft. 2in., 2ft. 1in.
Condition Report:
Glazed Frame: 37cm high, 66cm wide
Each quatrefoil motif - 25cm high, 26cm wide
Mounted next to each other. With mount cut to the shape of the motif.
Each quatrefoil has been cut around the edge and stitched with thicker thread around the edges to consolidate. They have been sympathetically and effectively framed - Glass would benefit from removal to be cleaned.
The colours are evenly faded overall, but there is still a range of delicate greens, blues and yellows. Stitching in very good condition overall. There is some oxidisation to the dark browns, which is commensurate with colour of dye. Small section in lower edge of the motif of the Coronation of the Virgin, which is worked in a thicker thread and is in a darker saffron yellow, and this may be later, but does not detract from the authentication of the piece. The complicated working of the gilt ground, is reminiscent of woven textiles. Although a little darker than it originally would have been, it is still effective.
The panels are in very good condition overall, considering their age.
The fineness of the embroidery is exceptionally fine, for example the fair skin of the figures, with extraordinary technique of being worked in delicate swirls to give the form movement. There are some lovely details including the cushions on the stools and the drapery of all figures. Metal thread has been used for highlights.
These are evocative survivors from a period in textile history when English Opus Anglicanum were highly thought of across Europe for the high level of technical execution.
"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."
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TWO MEDIEVAL OPUS ANGLICANUM EMBROIDERED AND METAL-THREAD BURSE PANELS, ENGLISH, CIRCA 1320-1330
of barbed quatrefoil format, finely worked in silk and metal-thread, one worked with the Crucifixion, with Christ flanked by the Virgin and St. John, the other with the Coronation of the Virgin, on a ground of complex gold embroidery with intricate pattern incorporating lions, each motif 25cm by 26cm, mounted together in a glazed frame
Glazed Frame: 37cm by 66cm; 1ft. 2in., 2ft. 1in.
Condition Report:
Glazed Frame: 37cm high, 66cm wide
Each quatrefoil motif - 25cm high, 26cm wide
Mounted next to each other. With mount cut to the shape of the motif.
Each quatrefoil has been cut around the edge and stitched with thicker thread around the edges to consolidate. They have been sympathetically and effectively framed - Glass would benefit from removal to be cleaned.
The colours are evenly faded overall, but there is still a range of delicate greens, blues and yellows. Stitching in very good condition overall. There is some oxidisation to the dark browns, which is commensurate with colour of dye. Small section in lower edge of the motif of the Coronation of the Virgin, which is worked in a thicker thread and is in a darker saffron yellow, and this may be later, but does not detract from the authentication of the piece. The complicated working of the gilt ground, is reminiscent of woven textiles. Although a little darker than it originally would have been, it is still effective.
The panels are in very good condition overall, considering their age.
The fineness of the embroidery is exceptionally fine, for example the fair skin of the figures, with extraordinary technique of being worked in delicate swirls to give the form movement. There are some lovely details including the cushions on the stools and the drapery of all figures. Metal thread has been used for highlights.
These are evocative survivors from a period in textile history when English Opus Anglicanum were highly thought of across Europe for the high level of technical execution.
"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."
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