Emporium Auction
Fri, Feb 7, 2020 09:00AM EST
Lot 248
Chinese Wool Tapestry
Estimate: $200 - $400
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
20th century, Egyptian motif with four figures, with three hanging tabs, 4 ft. 2 in. x 4 ft.Note: Purchased by the consignor in China in the 1990s.˜ French tapestry makers were in China, teaching the craft and this was purchased at that time., Provenance: Edwards Living Estate, Hendersonville, North Carolina; Note: Purchased by the consignor in China in the 1990s from the Central Academy of Fine Arts. Maryn Varbanov (Bulgarian 1932-1989) was in residence at the Academy teaching the craft of tapestry making to the Chinese students. This tapestry was made under his tutelage.
some slight soiling to surface
Condition
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