- 886
Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
- Two views of the Palazzo del Quirinale, Rome
- both signed in Latin l.l., one dated 1902 l.l., the other 28.IX.1949 l.l., inscribed Palazzo Quirinale l.r. and stamped with inventory stamp on reverse
- watercolour over pencil on paper, one with ink
- 25 by 46cm, 9 3/4 by 18in.; 21.5 by 31cm, 8 1/2 by 12 1/4 in.
Condition
1902 view: the sheet is laid down on card which is undulated; the card shows evidence of water damage on the upper edge. The sheet is undulated, slightly discoloured and has a layer of light surface dirt. Unframed.
1949 view: the sheet is held down lightly on card in three corners. The sheet has discoloured. There are pinholes to the upper corners and a small tear to the top left edge. 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."