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Nikolai Fechin
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Nikolai Fechin
- Portrait of Christopher Isherwood
- signed N. Fechin (lower right)
- charcoal and black crayon heightened with white on wove paper laid down on board
- 17 1/2 by 13 1/2 in.
- 44.4 by 34.3 cm.
- Executed in 1949.
Condition
in good condition. There is a small hole in the paper near the top edge at center. The wove paper is slightly faded.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
A copy of a note written by Christopher Isherwood (1904-1986) discussing this drawing is attached to the back of the frame. Isherwood was the author of numerous novels, such as A Single Man, as well as plays and screenplays including the 1972 film Cabaret.