Lot 899
  • 899

Alexander Nikolaevich Benois

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description

  • Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
  • View of a Thatched Cottage near Stratton House
  • signed and inscribed in Cyrillic and dated 1947 l.r.; further inscribed Stratton House on the reverse
  • watercolour and ink over pencil on paper
  • 30 by 33.8cm, 13 1/4 by 11 3/4 in.

Condition

The sheet is undulated and has discoloured a little. There are some slight stains in places and media smudges especially to the lower right hand corner. Held in a 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."