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Ivan Pavlovich Pokhitonov
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 GBP
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Description
- Ivan Pavlovich Pokhitonov
- Fontaine de Tröst, Bulgaria
- signed in Latin, dated 86 and numbered 15 l.r.; further signed, dated and numbered on the reverse
- oil on panel
- 16.5 by 27cm, 6 1/2 by 10 1/2 in.
Provenance
The artist
Boussod, Valadon & Cie (previously Goupil & Cie), New York, acquired from the above on 26 May 1887
Collection of William S. Schaus, New York, acquired from the above on 20 June 1887
Probably acquired by the great-grandfather of the present owner, Captain Archibald Douglas, Commander of the Royal Yacht Victoria and Albert, on which His Imperial Majesty Nicholas II and his family were guests
Boussod, Valadon & Cie (previously Goupil & Cie), New York, acquired from the above on 26 May 1887
Collection of William S. Schaus, New York, acquired from the above on 20 June 1887
Probably acquired by the great-grandfather of the present owner, Captain Archibald Douglas, Commander of the Royal Yacht Victoria and Albert, on which His Imperial Majesty Nicholas II and his family were guests
Condition
The panel has been cradled and is slightly bowed. There are indentations in the paint layer along the edges from a frame and the remnants of gold leaf are visible in places. There are also light abrasions to the edges. There are two areas of retouching visible to the naked eye in the sky, a larger one in the upper left corner and a smaller one near the upper right edge. There is a layer of surface dirt. Inspection under UV light confirms the presence of the aforementioned areas of retouching. Held behind glass in an ornate gilt wooden frame with plaster mouldings.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The present lot will be included in the third volume of the catalogue raisonné currently being prepared by Olivier Bertrand and is accompanied by his signed certificate. We are grateful to him for providing additional catalogue information.