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Lot 213
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Stepan Fedorovich Kolesnikov

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Stepan Fedorovich Kolesnikov
  • By the River
  • signed in Latin and dated 1929 l.r.; bears inscription and artist's name in Latin on the reverse
  • gouache on textured board
  • 40 by 49.5cm, 15 1/2 by 19 1/2 in.

Condition

Gouache on textured board. The surface is dirty and there are some areas of staining, including in the upper left quadrant. There are some spots of minor paint loss, including in the tree at right. There is a scratch to the surface in the upper left corner and some minor paint loss around edges. Under UV some pigment fluoresces in the clouds. Held in a wood frame. 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.
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