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Pavel Tchelitchew
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Pavel Tchelitchew
- Portrait of a Man
- Signed P. Tchelitchew (lower right); inscribed Portrait of ? Paris 1925 (on the reverse)
- Gouache on paper
- 25 1/2 by 19 3/8 in.
- 64.8 by 50 cm.
Condition
Taped with clear, most likely Scotch, tape at all 4 edges; this tape is also used to make repairs to the work on the reverse. There is a patched hole, evident from the reverse, that corresponds to a disturbance in the center of the sitter's forehead and across the bridge of his nose. There are very minor tears and nicks along the upper and left edges, and some rippling throughout. Overall in fair condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.