Lot 115
  • 115

Various Photographers

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Various Photographers
  • Four Photographs of Lenin
  • each bearing Borodulin's Collection stamp on the reverse
  • vintage silver gelatin print, one with hand-colouring
  • largest: 44.5 by 21cm, 17 1/2 by 8 1/4 in.; smallest: 15 by 23.5cm, 6 by 9 1/4 in.

Condition

Lenin Standing There are horizontal creases to the painted area along the right edge. The edges and corners are slightly rubbed. There are stains to the left of the right shoulder. Lenin and Trotsky The edges and corners are slightly rubbed. There is some minor sports of retouching to Lenin's coat and to the boy in front of Trotsky. Lenin and Krupskaya There is a handling mark to the skirt of the woman on the left. The edges and corners are slightly rubbed. Lenin's funeral The edges and corners are slightly rubbed and there is a crease through the lower left corner.
"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."