Lot 918
  • 918

Alexander Nikolaevich Benois

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
  • A country lane in the evening, Vanzay
  • signed in Latin and dated 1940 l.l.; further inscribed Vanzay and dated 17 VIII 1940, 7 h soir l.r.; further inscribed and stamped with inventory stamp on reverse
  • watercolour and ink over pencil on paper
  • 32 by 44cm, 12 1/2 by 17 1/4 in.

Condition

There are pinholes to the corners and three of the edges are roughcut, with some wear and a creases to the lower edges and light creasing and handling marks in places elsewhere. There are flecks of surface dirt in places. 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."