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Jamini Roy (1887 - 1972)
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Jamini Roy
- Untitled (Horse)
- Signed in Bengali lower right
- Tempera on paper
- 14 ¾ by 9½ in. (37.3 by 24.3 cm.)
Provenance
Acquired directly from the artist in 1947 by Giles Eyre Esq., formerly of Hartnoll & Eyre, London, then Eyre & Hobhouse, London and author of the introduction to M. Archer and W.G. Archer ed., India Served and Observed, London, 1994
Christie's London, 10 June 2009, lot 2
Condition
There is light wear and loss to the pigment along with scattered craquelure due to the age and medium of the work. Light water marks are visible across the surface as well as pinhole sized accretions, only visible upon close scrutiny.
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.
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.