L12115

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Lot 120
  • 120

Attributed to Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Ship in a Stormy Sea
  • signed in Latin and dated 1888 l.r.
  • pencil and wash heightened with gouache on paper
  • 20 by 30.5cm, 8 by 12in.

Provenance

Private Collection, Odessa, 1918
Thence by descent

Condition

The paper is sound. There is a small discoloured horizontal line in the upper left corner and a small area to the left of teh signature that denotes a possible repairs. There is a scratch approximately 2 cm in legth to the lower middle and very light scratched in palces elsewhere. Held in a wood frame 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."