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Petr Nikolaevich Gruzinsky
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Petr Nikolaevich Gruzinsky
- Troika
- signed in Cyrillic and dated 1858 l.l.; further bearing Pavel Saurov Gallery exhibition stamp on the stretcher
- oil on canvas
- 31 by 40cm, 12 1/4 by 15 3/4 in.
Provenance
Pavel Petrovich Saurov, Moscow
Acquired by the grandfather of the present owner in Russia circa 1920
Acquired by the grandfather of the present owner in Russia circa 1920
Condition
Original canvas. There are frame abrasions with associated paint loss along the edges. There are pinholes in each edge as well as the tacking edges. There is an indentation below the middle of the left edge. There is fine craquelure throughout. The surface is covered in an uneven, discoloured varnish and there is a light covering of surface dirt. Inspection under UV light does not reveal any apparent signs of retouching. Held in a gold painted wooden frame. Unexamined out of frame.
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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."