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The designs of Leon Bakst for the Sleeping Princess, A Ballet in five acts after Perrault
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- The designs of Leon Bakst for the Sleeping Princess, A Ballet in five acts after Perrault
- paper
- 40 by 30cm, 15¾ by 11¾ in
Preface by André Levinson, London: Benn Brothers Limited, 1923, limited edition, number 330 of 1000 copies, 54 coloured plates, all mounted, original vellum-backed cloth, top edge gilt
Provenance
Oleg Zinger, Paris
Thence by descent
Thence by descent
Condition
The pages are rough cut and slightly discoloured. The corners of the boards are worn and the spine is dirty.
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"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."
Catalogue Note
Please see lot 152 for a short biography of Oleg Zinger.