David Davidovich Burliuk

Lido Galleries, Long Beach, New York (acquired directly from the artist)
Acquired from the above by the present owner

The canvas is unlined and somewhat slack in the stretcher. The picture surface is in good condition aside from an uneven, drippy varnish that has turned yellow-brown and some craquelure scattered throughout the sky. Under UV: it appears that the artist retouched areas of the work after the varnish was applied, and these areas fluoreces under UV. There also appears to be some inpainting in the lake in the middle of the picture plane.
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.