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Lot 228
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Konstantin Alexeevich Korovin

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Konstantin Alexeevich Korovin
  • La Tour Saint Jacques
  • signed in Latin and inscribed Paris l.r.; further stamped with studio stamp and inscribed on the reverse
  • oil and gouache on cardboard
  • 33.5 by 40.5cm, 13 1/4 by 16in.

Provenance

Private Collection, France
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Condition

There is a very minor area of loss to the lower left edge of the cardboard and a small area of wear and associated paint loss in the lower left corner below the red awning. The paint surface is slightly dirty and there is a light scratch in the top right quadrant. Otherwise the work is in relatively good condition and ready to hang. UV light reveals an opaque layer of uneven varnish. A light brown pigment fluouresces slightly under UV in spots in places in the central section, but there is no apparent sign of retouching elsewhere, 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."