Follower of Abram Efimovich Arkhipov

The canvas has been laid down onto board, which is a little warped at the top. The paint surface is dirty and there is a layer of yellowed varnish. There are small chips of paintloss visible in places to the inner frame edge and some larger areas of paint abrasion to the upper corners. There are fine lines of craquelure to the sitter's hair. An area of restoration is visible to the upper centre of the board, which is confirmed by examination under UV light. A few additional minor spots of retoration are visible elsewhere. Held in a gold painted wooden frame. Unexamined out of 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. 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."