- 839
Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
- Set Design for Petrushka
signed in Latin and dated 1951 l.l. and further inscribed in Cyrillic on the reverse
- watercolour on paper
- 24 by 27 cm, 9 1/2 by 10 1/2 in.
Condition
The sheet is stained on the reverse from the adhesive tape which has been used to fix it to the mount.
There are a few light spots of foxing to the bottom of the composition. The sheet is slightly dirty at the edges and corners. The colours are fairly fresh. Held in a painted wooden frame and under glass.
"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
This design shows the Shrovetide Fair by night at the moment when the Riageni, or masked revellers, appear in Act IV.