Lot #591 - An 18th Century French Aubusson Tapestry
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Auction House:Webb's
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Sale Name:Antiques & Modern Design
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Sale Date:08 Dec 2011 ~ 6pm (NZ time)
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Lot #:591
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Lot Description:An 18th Century French Aubusson Tapestry
depicting a classical romantic scene of youthful courting bourgeois figures within a garden setting. Framed by a fine floral border. Derived from Jean-Baptiste Huet's 'Genteel Amusement Series'. The quality of the tapestry is shown in the characters definite features the splendid depth of the background and the meticulously detailed shading. Circa 1770.
H2550 W2150 -
Estimate:NZ$30,000 - 40,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Textiles & Fabrics
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