Lot 40
  • 40

Zinaida-Evgenievna Serebriakova

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description

  • Zinaida-Evgenievna Serebriakova
  • Portrait de jeune marocain
  • Signé, daté et localisé en bas à gauche Z. Serebriakova 1928 (ou 9) Marrakech
  • Pastel sur papier
  • 62 x 46 cm ; 24 1/2 by 18 in

Provenance

Baron Jean de Brouwer, arrière grand-père de l'actuel propriétaire. Collectionneur belge, il invita Zenaida Serebriakova au Maroc en 1928 et lui commanda six tableaux. Notre dessin a vraisemblablement été réalisé pendant ce voyage puis vendu ou offert au Baron.

Condition

Good overall condition Some humidity stains scattered at the surface One small retouching in the background in on the left hand of the young man The paper is curled: needs to be stretched
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Catalogue Note

Après des études à Saint Petersbourg Zinaida Serebriakova fit plusieurs voyages, notamment en Italie, en France et en Crimée. Elle s'installa en France à partir de 1924 et visita plusieurs fois le Maroc entre 1928 et 1932.