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Sviatoslav Roerich
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
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Description
- Sviatoslav Roerich
- The Lama, circa 1920s
- labeled for the Roerich Museum with number 41, Tibetan Lama, S. Roerich, and Budworth (on the stretcher)
- tempera on canvas
- 48 by 36 in.
- 122 by 91.5 cm
Provenance
Collection of Louis and Nettie Horch, New York (acquired directly from the artist)
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner, circa 1977
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner, circa 1977
Condition
Tempera on canvas. The surface is slightly dirty. There are several scratches in the upper right corner, over the right shoulder of the Lama, in the lower right corner, lower left corner, and upper left corner. There is minor paint loss in the upper left corner. There are small pinholes, one in each of the upper left and upper right corners. There is also a small dent to the canvas in the left shoulder of the Lama and a 1 1/2 inch scratch in the yellow hat of the Lama on his right shoulder. Under UV no pigments appear to fluoresce. Held in a wood frame. Unexamined out of frame.
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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.