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Sergei Essaian
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Sergei Essaian
- Portrait of the wife of Willem Heda
signed and titled in Cyrillic on reverse and dated 1966 (crossed out); further signed and dated 74
- tempera on canvas laid on board
- 62.5 by 53.75cm., 24 1/4 by 21 1/4 in.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist in Moscow by the present owners in 1974.
Condition
The canvas has been laid on board. The paint surface is slightly dirty. There is some light abrasion to the edges. UV light reveals no apparent signs of retouching. UNFRAMED.
"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
Willem Claeszoon Heda was one of the earliest Dutch artists devoted exclusively to the painting of still life.