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Konstantin Alexeevich Korovin
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description
- Konstantin Alexeevich Korovin
- The Guitar Player
- oil on cardboard
- 18 by 10.5cm, 7 by 4 1/4 in.
Provenance
Sotheby's London, Russian Paintings, Drawings, Watercolours and Sculpture, 5 March 1981, lot 95
Condition
The cardboard is in good order and is attached to a cardboard mount in all four corners. Inspection under UV light does not reveal any signs of restoration. Held in a simple frame. Uninspected 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."
Catalogue Note
According to an anecdote, Korovin painted the present picture during an exhibition of modern art held in Riga. The artist joked that he could paint in any style if he wanted to, and chose one of his favourite subjects to demonstrate his talent.