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Albert Nikolaevich Benois 1852-1936
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Albert Nikolaevich Benois
- Rural Landscape
- signed in Cyrillic and dated 1887 lower right; signed and inscribed in Cyrillic and dated 1887 on a label once affixed to the reverse
- watercolor and gouache on paper laid down on board
- 16 by 12 in.
- 40.5 by 30.5 cm
Condition
Watercolor and gouache laid down on board. Losses have occurred to the edges and reverse of the board, but the sheet appears in overall fine condition. It has slightly yellowed and some discoloration has occurred to the outer edges. Some areas of the surface are a little glossy and there is a light layer of surface dirt. Under UV many pigments fluoresce. Held in a modern wood frame 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.