Pavel Tchelitchew

Richard Nathanson Gallery, London
Acquired directly from the above by the present owner circa 1970s

The sheet is laid down on card, which is attached to the mount on the reserve at two places in the center and slightly undulated. There is a pin hole in each of the four corners, likely inherent to the artist's process. Light abrasion to the upper edge. Two or three small tears, less than 50mm in length, at the upper and lower edges. The right lower edge of the sheet with a small water stain, 2m across and 50mm width, the left lower edge with a very small area of loss. Overall good condition. Held in a simple black wooden frame. Unexamined out of frame.
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