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Lot 233

A PAIR OF NAPOLEON III AUBUSSON TAPESTRY CUSHIONS
Each centred with a design of birds, scrolls and flowers on a black ground, silk fringing and backing.
Each approximately 50 x 50cm

Estimate $500 - $800

Sold for $400

Each cushion with overall wear consistent with age and use, comprising opening slits, broken warps and loss of weft and small repairs throughout, primarily to edges.


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.


Benardout & Benardout, London, 1992
The Collection of William E Small AM, Sydney (1939-2011)

The Collector's Auction

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8810
2:00pm - 3 March 2026
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra

VIEWING
Fri 27 Feb – Sun 1 Mar, 11am - 5pm
The Bond, 36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra

CONTACT
Madeleine Mackenzie
sydney@leonardjoel.com.au


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