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Pavel Tchelitchew
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Pavel Tchelitchew
- Seated Nude Leaning Back and Study of a boy with his arms raised: two works
- (i) Signed P. Tchelitchew (lower right); (ii) Signed P. Tchelitchew (lower right)
- (i) Watercolor and gouache on paper; (ii) Ink wash on paper
- (i) Sight: 18 by 13 in. 45.7 by 33 cm.
- (ii) Sight: 8 3/8 by 6 7/8 in. 21.3 by 17.5 cm.
Exhibited
the first: New York, Midtown Payson Galleries, Pavel Tchelitchew: A Reevaluation, 1994
Condition
"Seated Nude Leaning Back" is in generally good condition aside from scattered rippling, including a ripple extending from the center upper edge with accompanying light abrasions. There are a few small scattered areas of loss and abrasion throughout.
"Study of a Boy with his Arms Raised" is in generally good condition aside from some rippling and handling creases, especially along the left edge. The sheet is toned overall and the artist's pinhol;es are visible in all 4 corners. In addition, an inscription in ink on the reverse is beginning to show through in the upper right corner.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.