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Engels Vasilievich Kozlov
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Engels Vasilievich Kozlov
- Dockyard Workers
- signed in Cyrillic and dated 57 l.m.; further signed, titled and dated on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 81 by 104cm, 32 by 41in.
Literature
The present work is a study for the painting of the same name.
Condition
Original canvas. There are two dents to the canvas to the left of the leg of the central figure. There are cracks in places, particularly along the left edge, to the white shirt of the figure on the left, along the top edge, to the right of the figure on the far right as well as in other places. There is a fleck of paint loss to the top of the oil drum on the far right, several small losses to the right of the upper edge as well as in other places. There is a light layer of surface dirt as well as some spots along the top edge. Inspection under UV light does not reveal any obvious signs of restoration. Held in a modern wooden frame. Unexamined out of frame.
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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."