Lot 157
  • 157

DMITRI KRASNOPEVTSEV | Still Life with Hanging Jar

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Dmitri Krasnopevtsev
  • Still Life with Hanging Jar
  • incised K-69 l.r.
  • oil on masonite
  • 70.5 by 52.7cm, 27 3/4 by 20 3/4 in.

Provenance

Acquired by the family of the present owners in Moscow in the 1970s

Condition

There is a loss to the board in the lower left corner and a minor loss in the upper right corner. The corners and edges are worn, with two small losses to the right edge. There is a layer of surface dirt and some small spots of possible mould to the upper branches. There is a surface scratch below the hanging urn and a minor paper accretion to the right of its base. There is a layer of light surface dirt. UV light reveals no apparent signs of retouching. Held in a wooden frame behind plexiglass. Unexamined out of frame.
"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."