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Petr Alexandrovich Samonov (1863-1930s), A Russian Bronze of a Cossack Officer on Horseback, 19th century
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- inscribed with signature and with Woerffel foundry mark
- Bronze
- Length 13 3/8 in.
- 34 cm
depicting a Cossack officer astride a galloping horse holding a lance in one hand
Condition
very good detail and attractive, medium brown patina. The lance with small area of loss.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Samonov, a Lieutenant Colonel in the Russian Army, was also the author of the monument to General Skobelev on Tverskaya Street (erected 1912; removed 1918).