LATE 17TH CENTURY

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

Some minor scattered re-weaves (not extensive). Areas of the silk dress of Ceres are carefully stabilized with later stitching. Some much smaller areas of the same type of restorations to the dresses of her companions. Some scattered stitches to color changes throughout as expected. Some light surface dirt and minor spot stains (not extensive). The inner border strips mostly re-woven, and the main border possibly associated and now with some re-weaves throughout. Backed with a clean cotton fabric, now partially detached. Lovely color retention, good composition, fine weave. A lovely example.