Lot 70
  • 70

Alexis Gritchenko

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description

  • Alexis Gritchenko
  • Istanbul
  • Signé en bas à gauche Gritchenko
    Inscription illisible en haut à gauche
  • Huile sur carton
  • 23 x 36 cm ; 9 by 14 in

Literature

Alexis Gritchenko, Deux ans à Constantinople, journal d'un peintre, éditions Quatre Vents, Paris, 1930, illustré p.257

Condition

Thin tear on the left side near the frame. The painting is less orange than image shows Good overall condition
"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

En 1919, Alexis Gritchenko fuit Moscou pour se rendre en Crimée et à Constantinople. Durant ce voyage il a peint beaucoup. Ses oeuvres orientalistes datent de cette époque.