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Pavel Varfolomeevich Kuznetsov
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Pavel Varfolomeevich Kuznetsov
- Flowers in a Basket
- signed in Cyrillic and dated 1933 l.r.; further bearing inventory label on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 98 by 118cm, 38 1/2 by 46 1/2 in.
Condition
Original canvas which is buckling in the lower left corner. The canvas is covered in a layer of surface dirt with some small specks of dirt and stains visible throughout. There are creases in places, particularly in the upper right corner. There is a small hole between the right of the basket and the canvas edge. There is a dent in the lower left corner. There are surface scratches in places, in particular in the lower right corner. There are frame abrasions. Inspection under UV light does not reveal any obvious signs of restoration. Held in a white painted wooden frame. 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."