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Natalia Sergeevna Goncharova
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Natalia Sergeevna Goncharova
- Set Design for Shota Rustaveli
- signed in Latin, inscribed Paris and dated 1943 l.r. and inscribed in Latin l.l.; further stamped with the Lifar collection stamp and inscribed on the reverse
- watercolour, gouache and pencil on paper
- sheet size: 56 by 75cm, 22 by 29 1/2 in.
Provenance
The Collection of Serge Lifar and Lillian Ahlefeldt, Lausanne
Hôtel des Ventes de Genève, Collection Lillian Ahlefeldt & Serge Lifar, 13 March 2012, lot 571
Hôtel des Ventes de Genève, Collection Lillian Ahlefeldt & Serge Lifar, 13 March 2012, lot 571
Condition
The sheet is hinged to the mount with tape along three edges. The top and bottom edges are uneven and the sheet is undulating slightly. There is a tear in the centre of the left and right edges. Pinholes are visible in the margins in each corner and the centre of the top edge. There is the odd spot of dirt in places. Held behind glass in a silver painted frame. 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."