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Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
- Two sketchbooks from Saint-Jean-de-Luz (1914), Versailles and Brittany (1924-1925)
- both inscribed and dated on the cover; the sketches variously inscribed and dated
- containing nine watercolour, thirteen pencil and one charcoal sketch
- largest: 32 by 25cm,12 1/2 by 10in.
Condition
Some of the sheets are loose. The sheets are all discoloured and there is some light smudging in places and some surface dirt. Some of the other sheets in the sketchbook are missing.
"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
Including five sketches of Versailles, a set design for L'Impératrice aux Rochers, sketches of the artist's family on the beach and village and coastal views near Saint-Jean-de-Luz