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Major Estates Auction: Day 2 of 2
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801 Magazine St.
New Orleans, LA 70130 
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Fine, Large and Rare Louis XIV Verdure Tapestry, fourth quarter 17th century, depicting "The Awakening of Eros", the borders of flowers, foliage and ripe pomegranates, with a peacock at the upper left corner and a dove at the right, the basal corners each with a seated attentive puppy, the palette in cobalt blue, ecru, ivory and green, the reverse properly backed with a later linen support, h. 105", w. 98".
Condition reportBeautiful hand-made lot. Various scattered old professional repairs overall. Borders probably of a later date. Tightly woven and thoroughly backed with linen. Lovely mixture of muted and bright colors, and various shades of blue and brown. Very good condition for its age. No stains noted.
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