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Victor Pivovarov
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Victor Pivovarov
- self portrait
- signed in Cyrillic l.r. and dated 2002 l.l.
- oil on board
- 45 by 55cm., 17 3/4 by 21 1/2 in.
Condition
The board appears sound. Apart from a layer of light surface dirt, the picture is clean and ready to hang. Held in a simple wooden box frame. UV light reveals no apparent retouching. 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."
Catalogue Note
"I don't know whether the tree recognizes itself in leaves and fruit. But drawing is a form of life knowing itself. I draw - and this is life, and at the same time this is knowledge of life." (Viktor Pivovarov)
Vikto Pivovarov, A-YA: Unofficial Russian Art Review 1979-1986. No.6, p.22