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Yuri Pavlovich Annenkov
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Yuri Pavlovich Annenkov
- Portrait of Serge Lifar
- signed in Latin and dated 1950 l.r.
- pencil on paper
- 56 by 37cm, 22 by 14 1/2 in.
Literature
G.Annenkov, People and Portraits: A Tragic Cycle, vol.1, New York: Inter-Language Literary Associates, 1966, p.230 illustrated
Condition
The sheet is slightly buckled at the edges, in particular on the left and right sides. It is also very slightly yellowed and a little dirty along the edges, especially along the lower right edge and the bottom edge, which has flecks of foxing in some places. This is apparent particularly at the lower middle edge and to the left lower corner. Held in a modern wood frame and under 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."
"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."