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Lot 150
  • 150

Alexander Veniaminovich Khvostenko-Khvostov

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Alexander Veniaminovich Khvostenko-Khvostov
  • The Dancer
  • signed in Cyrillic l.m.
  • gouache on paper
  • 47 by 32.5 cm, 18 1/2 by 12 3/4 in.

Provenance

Acquired by Alexander Schick, grandfather of the present owner, in the 1920s
Thence by descent

Condition

The paper has been torn and repaired near the centre of the right edge and in the upper left quadrant. There is a small tear that has been repaired near the headdress of the figure, and a small tear in the lower right corner and some creases to paper. The surface is a bit dirty and slightly discoloured in line with age. There is minor paint loss in the black pigment and some very minor spots of foxing to the surface. The work can be hung as is. Held in a wooden frame with mat 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.
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."