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Konstantin Konstantinovich Kuznetsov
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Konstantin Konstantinovich Kuznetsov
- Old Storyteller at the Boyar Feast and The Boyars and the Beggar: Two works on paper
- The second signed K. Kusnezov. and dated 67. (lower right)
- Each mixed media on paper laid down on board
- The first: 13 1/4 by 17 3/4 in.; 33.7 by 45.1 cm
- The second: 12 3/4 by 19 in.; 32.4 by 48.3 cm
- The second executed in 1967.
Provenance
Acquired from the artist by Sonia Colefax, Los Angeles, circa 1955
Thence by descent to the late owner
Thence by descent to the late owner
Condition
1. The Boyars and the Beggar: Pencil, watercolour and gouache on paper laid down on board. Surface in generally good condition, aside from minor stray mark in upper left quadrant. Minor bubbling in areas of thickly applied whites. Edges reinforced by 1/4 inch strip of brown tape, not visible in the frame. 2. Old Storyteller at the Boyar Feast: Pencil, watercolour, crayon and gouache on paper laid down on board. Composition one with frame and cannot be extracted. Surface in generally good condition, aside from several nail holes visible around edges. Various stray pencil marks, most likely original. Some areas of minor staining along upper edge. Frame is composed of small ceramic tiles and decorative stones. Framed dimensions 2 1/8 inches thick around each side.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.