拍品的狀況可能存在極大差異，而由於其性質使然，拍品難以處於完美無瑕的狀態。拍品均以拍賣時的狀況出售。

Please note antique textiles exhibit wear, losses, soiling and tears from normal use and repurposing. Some elements are re-pieced together with complimentary or contemporaneous textiles to mend.

The cope is lacking its hood. There are some pieced elements, in particular to the long edges. Scattered patch repairs throughout. There are some small tears to the silk along the silver and cream bands. Some light fraying to the metallic threads and some minor fraying to the polychrome silk threads. The lining with soiling throughout, some small holes and tears.

Christie’s strongly suggests viewing this lot in person. You may wish to contact a professional textile conservator with any additional questions as we are unable to provide in-depth condition analysis.