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Alexandra Exter
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- Alexandra Exter
- Constructivist Stage Design
- signed Alex. Exter and dated 1927 (lower right); stamped Simon Lissim, New York (on the reverse)
- gouache on paper
- 20 by 14 1/2 in., 51 by 37 cm
Provenance
Simon Lissim, New York
Galerie Liatowitsch, Basel
Private Collection, Switzerland
Literature
J. Bowlt and J. Chavelin, Alexandra Exter, France, 2003, p. 243, illustrated
Condition
Gouache on paper. The surface is very slightly dirty and the paper is slightly buckled. There are pin holes in each of the four corners and some repairs to small tears in the lower right corner. there are a few very minor spots of paint loss to surface and some very minor scratches and marks. The composition is hinged on the left side to matt. In overall fine condition. Held in a black painted wood frame 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.
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.