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Konstantin Andreevich Somov
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Konstantin Andreevich Somov
- Reclining Male Nude
- signed in Cyrillic and twice dated 1931 l.r.
- sanguine and brown chalk on paper
Provenance
Christie's London, Important Russian Pictures, 29 November 2006, lot 116
Condition
The sheet has discoloured and the bottom edge is uneven. There are repaired tears to all four edges but most extensively in the left and right, the largest of which is approximately 4cm long. There are repaired paper losses to both left corners and the top right corner. The edges show signs of creasing. There is some foxing in the lower right corner and other minor scattered staining throughout. Below the centre of the top edge is a patch of paint residue. There is a layer of surface dirt with flecks of dirt in places. Mounted and held behind glass in a simple 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."