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Mstislav Valerianovich Dobuzhinsky, 1875-1957
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Mstislav Valerianovich Dobuzhinsky
- curtain design for Khovanshina
- signed in Latin l.r. and dated 1948-49; also inscribed on the reverse and stamped by the United Scenic Artists Union
- gouache and watercolour on paper
- 29.5 by 43.5cm., 11½ by 17in.
Provenance
Sotheby's London, Russian Pictures and Works of Art, 16 June 1992, lot 94
Condition
The paper is slightly undulated and there are some smudges and very minor stains. There is also a slight tear at the lower left hand corner. Held in a gold and black painted wood frame to which some flecks of paint have been lost. Also with cloth slip and under glass. 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."
"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."