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Mstislav Valerianovich Dobuzhinsky
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Mstislav Valerianovich Dobuzhinsky
- Costume designs for Prince Kutuzov, Pierre and a Cossack for Sergei Prokofiev's opera War and Peace
- each signed in Latin l.r and variously inscribed., two also dated 1947 l.r.
- gouache and ink over pencil on paper
- largest: 37.5 by 25.5cm, 14 3/4 by 10in.
Condition
Prince Kutuzov: the sheet is undulated in the upper half, slightly discoloured and there is some light surface dirt.
Pierre: the corners of the sheet are slightly creased, the sheet has discoloured and there is foxing throughout
Cossack: there are media stains in the lower half and upper left corner, the sheet is lightly undulated along the upper edge, the sheet has slightly discoloured and there is very light foxing in places.
Each held in a simple black frame behind 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. 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."