- 805
Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
- View of Nikolsky Market, St Petersburg
signed in Latin and dated St Petersburg 1922 l.l., titled in Latin and dated 6/VII/1922 l.r.; further stamped with inventory stamp on reverse
watercolour over pencil on paper
- 30.6 by 48cm, 12 by 18 ¾in.
Condition
The sheet has discoloured and there are pinholes in the lower corners. There are a few spots of staining. There is a tear approximately 15mm long at the middle of the right hand edge. The colours have faded a bit. Attached to a mount with sellotape on the reverse. Unframed.
"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
During the early eighteenth century the site of Nikolsky Market had originally been designated for barracks and the administrative buildings of the Naval Office. However, these plans were never realised and between 1788-1789 a market was built on the northern part of the site. The proximity of the Catherine and Kryakov canals ensured that goods could easily be transported to and from the market.