- 131
Maxim Kantor
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Maxim Kantor
- Metro
signed, titled in Cyrillic and dated 1986 on the reverse; further dedicated and signed in Latin on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 49 by 78cm., 19 1/4 by 30 3/4 in.
Provenance
A gift from the artist to the family of the present owner in appreciation and gratitude.
Condition
Original canvas. There is some light surface dirt and one small chip of paintloss to the lower right hand corner. UV light reveals no retouching. Held in a simple black painted wooden frame. 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
"In a real work of art there are always many levels: one linked to everyday life, as well as a social, and a metaphysical level. Climbing these steps is precondition for the existence of a picture. The ability to see them depends on the participation of the viewer in the creative process.
The most important thing we learn from art is freedom."
The artist cited in Szene Moskva, Berlin, 1988