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Alexander Grigorievich Tyshler
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Alexander Grigorievich Tyshler
- Rape of Europa
signed in Cyrillic and dated 36 l.r.
- oil on canvas
- 65 by 54.5cm, 25 1/2 by 21 1/2 in.
Provenance
A gift from the artist to Igor Markevich in 1964
Condition
On original canvas. The surface is a bit dirty and covered with a layer of varnish. Scattered craquelure is apparent, particularly to the upper left, and there are vertical lines of craquelure to the left and lower quadrants as well. Some pigment has been lost to the outer edges. UV light reveals certain pigments that fluoresce though the varnish prevents a conclusive analysis. Unframed.
"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."
"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."