Natalia Sergeevna Goncharova

Christie's South Kensington, Russian Pictures and Works of Art, 7 July 2000, lot 195

There are traces of another design on the reverse of the sheet, which is discoloured and slightly stained, with handling creases in places throughout. There are some media marks e.g. across the door and to the walls of the building. There are two small tears about half way down the right hand inner frame edge and a small loss in the lower right hand corner which is currently concealed by the mount. Two small nicks are visible along the left hand inner frame edge. Held in a modern gold painted plaster frame and under glass.
"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."

Rossini's opera The Barber of Seville was performed by the New London Opera Company at the Stoll Theatre in 1949. It was produced by Dino Borgioli with sets and costume designs by Natalia Goncharova.