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Pavel Tchelitchew
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Pavel Tchelitchew
- Costume Design for "Orpheus"
- Signed P. Tchelitchew and dated 36 (upper left)
- Ink, wash and gouache on paper
- Sight: 17 1/8 by 8 1/4 in.
- 43.5 by 20.9 cm.
Condition
This work is in generally good condition with an acid mat. There are a few small areas of staining throughout, namely along the lower right edge.
Not examined out of the frame.
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.
Catalogue Note
Pavel Tchelitchew designed the scenery and costumes for Orpheus, an opera-ballet in two acts with music by Christoph Willibald van Gluck and choreography by George Balanchine. It was presented by the American Ballet Company at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York on May 22, 1936.