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Lot 260
  • 260

Boris Orlov

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Boris Orlov
  • Vodka; Stalin and Lepeshinskaya
  • one signed in Cyrillic and dated 1988 in the plate l.r.

  • both pen and ink over a photocopied base
  • 38 by 25cm, 15 by 9 3/4 in.; 27.5 by 42cm, 10 3/4 by 16 1/2 in.

Provenance

Acquired directly from the artist

Condition

Vodka: The sheet is slightly undulated with some light surface dirt. There are a few very minor media stains and handling marks at the edges. Stalin: The sheet is slightly discoloured. There is a circular media stain in the lower right corner and some other minor media stains elsewhere. There are flecks of surface dirt. Both held in simple wooden frames and under glass, 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.
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