Lot 43
  • 43

Svetoslav Roerich

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Svetoslav Roerich
  • We Must Strive Towards the Beautiful
  • signed in Latin and dated 69 l.l., further inscribed Tibetan and numbered 35 on the reverse
  • pastel and tempera on card
  • 30.5 by 46cm, 12 by 18in.

Provenance

A gift from the artist to the father of the present owner

Condition

There is fine craquelure in the white pigment in the rocks which is flaking in places. The pastel is lifting and there is pigment loss along all four edges and in the top left corner in particular. There are flecks of dirt and light scuffs to the surface throughout. Held behind glass in a silver painted 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.
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