- 887
Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
- Four Views of Italy: A Church at Songavazzo, the Gates of Milan, Villa Giacomelli and a village in Northern Italy
Songavazzo: inscribed in Latin, dated 29 VIII 1950 and stamped with inventory stamp on reverse; Milan: inscribed and dated dimanche 18 VIII 1948 l.l.; Villa Giacomelli: inscribed in Latin and dated 1906 (?) on mount l.r.; Northern Italy: signed in Latin l.l., inscribed and twice dated 23 VIII 1938 and stamped with inventory stamp on reverse;
watercolour over pencil on paper, two with pen and ink
- largest: 31.9 by 39.1cm, 12 1/2 by 15 1/4 in.; smallest: 18 by 23cm, 7 by 9in.
Condition
The sheets are discoloured with wear to the edges and corners. Some with pinholes to the corners. Some spots of staining and light surface dirt. 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."