Lot 895
  • 895

Alexander Nikolaevich Benois

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
  • Three Mountain Views
  • two signed and variously inscribed in Latin and dated VIII 1936 and 1938

  • watercolour over pencil on paper
  • 51.3 by 34,9cm, 20 by 13 3/4 in.; 41.5 by 22cm, 16 1/4 by 8 1/2 in.; 30 by 45cm, 12 by 17 3/4 in.

Condition

View of a mountain lake: there are pinholes to the corners, some very minor nicks to the edges and light handling marks to the edges in places. The sheet has discoloured and there is a layer of 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."