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Franz Alexeevich Roubaud
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Franz Alexeevich Roubaud
- A Game of Buzkashi
- signed in Latin l.r.
- oil on canvas
- 80 by 125cm, 31 1/2 by 49 1/4 in.
Provenance
Acquired circa 1980
Condition
Original canvas which is buckling slightly in the top corners. There are frame abrasions with minor associated paint loss along all four edges. There is a small hole in the canvas at the bottom edge below the foreleg of the horse on the right. In the flank of the same horse is a paint chip. There is a layer of surface dirt and flecks of dirt in places. Inspection under UV light does not reveal any apparent signs of retouching. Held in a dark wooden frame with gilt mouldings. 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."