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Dmitri Mikhailovich Iofan
Estimate
10,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Dmitri Mikhailovich Iofan
- Two views of Kerki and Bukhara
- signed in Cyrillic, inscribed and indistinctly dated 1917 on the reverse, further bearing Mir Iskusstva stamps numbered 134/9+ N6 and 134/9+ N4
- gouache and watercolour on cardboard
- 34 by 50cm, 13 1/2 by 19 3/4 in.
Condition
There is wear and some minor losses to the corners of the cardboard and the edges of both works. The paper has discoloured due to age.
The view of Kerki has a tear in the lower left corner, approximately 2cm in length. There are some pin holes near the top edge. Some minor foxing and staining is visible in the lower right hand corner.
The view of Bukhara has losses to all four corners and a small tear to the upper left corner. The lower edge of the cardboard shows some creasing and nicks, and there is a small area of loss in the centre of the edge. There is a very minor hole in the top layer of the cardboard in the area of dark paint underneath the tree on the right.
"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."
"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."