- 908
Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
- Two Views of the House and Library at Fresnay-le-long
one inscribed Diane l.l. and dated X 1954 l.r.; further stamped on reverse with inventory stamp
- watercolour over pencil on paper
- 32.8 by 25cm, 12 3/4 by 9 3/4 in.29 by 44.5cm, 11 1/4 by 17 1/2 in.
Condition
House: there is a tear to the top right corner and multiple pinholes to the corners.The sheet has discoloured and there is a layer of surface dirt and some minor scuffs in places. Unframed.
Library: there are pinholes to the corners, a layer of light surface dirt, some minor creases, including the lower right corner. 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."