Alexei Vasilievich Hanzen

Original canvas. The canvas is covered in a layer of surface dirt. There are light stretcher marks running vertically along both left and right edges. The canvas has warped slightly in the upper left corner and there is a minor area of paint loss associated with this corner. There are isolated and minor cracks and paint loss scattered across the canvas. Inspection under UV light reveals heavy restoration along all four edges and across the middle of the canvas, particular areas of retouching are along the left edge and the top right corner. Held in a gold and silver 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."