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Pavel Tchelitchew
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Pavel Tchelitchew
- Zouave at rest and Seated Boy: two drawings
- (i) Signed P. Tchelitchew and dated 30 (lower right) and dedicated to Dearest Ruthie with Best Love from Pavlik (lower left); (ii) Signed P. Tchelitchew and dated 32 (lower right)
- Each: Pen, ink and wash on paper
- (i) 17 3/4 by 10 in. 45.1 by 25.4 cm. (uneven)
- (ii) 10 1/4 by 8 in. 26 by 20.3 cm.
Exhibited
the first: New York, Gallery of Modern Art, Pavel Tchelitchew, 1964. no. 83
the second: New York, Gallery of Modern Art, Pavel Tchelitchew, 1964, no. 118
Condition
"Zouave at Rest" is mounted on top of linen and has glue marks at the top corners. The sheet has an uneven left edge and light staining throughout. There is a hard vertical crease 2 1/2 in. in length from the center of the top edge as well as a horizontal hard crease 1 1/2 in. in length from the center of the left edge. There are also creases and some surface dirt from handling. Not examined out of the frame.
"Seated Boy" is in generally good condition aside from very slight rippling and some light staining. Not examined out of the frame.
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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.