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Mikhail Fedorovich Shemyakin
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Mikhail Fedorovich Shemyakin
- Portrait of Two Ladies
- signed in Latin and inscribed Paris l.r.
- oil on canvas
- 75.5 by 76cm, 29 3/4 by 30in.
Condition
Original canvas. There is a layer of surface dirt and some discolouration of the paint layer. Craquelure is visible in places, most notably in the figures of the sitters and there are some deep cracks in the right hand figure in particular. The canvas is very slightly buckling along the lower edge. Examination under UV light shows scattered areas of retouching mostly confined to the two sitters. Held in an ornate frame with swept corners. 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."