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Boris Izrailevich Anisfeld
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Boris Izrailevich Anisfeld
- Still Life
- signed in Latin and dated 1920 l.l.; inscribed Through the Window on the reverse and further inscribed in Latin and Cyrillic on a label attached to the reverse of the canvas
- oil on canvas
- 77 by 66cm, 30 1/2 by 26in.
Literature
S. Bekkerman, Boris Anisfeld, Napoli: Palace Editions, 2001, illustrated p.64
Condition
Original canvas, which is slightly uneven in the lower right hand corner. There are 2 tiny flecks of paint loss to the right inner frame edge. The canvas is slightly dirty and the varnish is slightly discoloured. UV light reveals some patches of retouching to the corners, along the top and in places elsewhere. Some pigments flouresce under UV light. Held in a gold painted 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.
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."
"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."