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Alexander Kharitonov
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Alexander Kharitonov
- Crucifix
- Signed with artist's initials in Cyrillic and dated 62 (lower left)
- Oil on canvas mounted on board
- 22 1/2 by 15 3/4 in.
- 57 by 40 cm.
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner in the 1960s
Literature
Paul Sjeklocha and Igor Mead, Unofficial Art in the Soviet Union, Berkeley and Los Angeles, 1967, fig. 74, illustrated p. 183
Condition
The surface is dirty and covered with a layer of slightly yellowed varnish. The canvas is slightly buckled. Vertical lines from the stretchers are slightly visible. Under UV no pigments appear to fluoresce but varnish prevents a conclusive analysis. Held in a white painted wood frame. Not examined out of its 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.