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Boris Chaliapin
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Boris Chaliapin
- The Merchant
- oil on canvas
- 55 by 46.5cm, 21 1/2 by 18 1/2 in.
Provenance
Mrs Gretel Krajtor
Christie's, Imperial and Post-Revolutionary Russian Art and Icons, 13 December 1995, lot 93
Christie's, Imperial and Post-Revolutionary Russian Art and Icons, 13 December 1995, lot 93
Condition
Original canvas. The paint surface is slightly dirty. There are stretcher marks along the edges. UV light reveals small spots of retouching to the merchant's fur hat and coat, with further infilling to the horse in the back ground and in places elsewhere however an opaque layer of varnish prevents a more conclusive analysis. Held in gold painted wooden frame with mouldings. Unexamined out of frame.
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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."