- 916
Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
- Three views of houses in the French countryside
one signed and inscribed in Latin l.l., further signed and inscribed in Latin and dated 1930 on reverse; the other two inscribed variously and dated 2 VIII 1946, matinée and 9 VIII 1946
- watercolour and ink over pencil on paper
- 30.5 by 47cm, 12 by 18 1/2 in.; 24 by 32.5cm, 9 1/2 by 12 3/4 in.; 23 by 32cm, 9 by 12 1/2 in.
Condition
Villy-le-Pelloux: the top left corner is missing, there are nicks and losses to the edges and the lower left corner is creased. The sheet is discoloured and there is evidence of slight moisture undulation in the top left corner. There are pinholes in the corners. Unframed.
Landscapes with Wheelbarrow and Dog: the sheets have slightly discoloured and there are pinholes to the corners. There are a few flecks of surface dirt in places, otherwise in good condition. 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."
Catalogue Note
Including a view of a Savoyard house at Villy-le-Pelloux.