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Lot 204
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Alexander Nikolaevich Benois

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
  • Set design for a woodland scene
  • signed in Latin and dated IX 1945 l.l.
  • watercolour and pencil on paper
  • 26 by 36cm, 10 1/4 by 14in.

Condition

The sheet has been lightly laid down onto a plywood sheet and there are pinholes to the corners. The figures and trees in the foreground have been glued down separately. There is a layer of light surface dirt. Held in a simple gold and blue painted frame, mounted and behind glass. 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."