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Ilya Bolotowsky
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- Ilya Bolotowsky
- Yellow Tondo
- signed and dated 74; signed, titled and dated 1974 on the stretcher
- acrylic on canvas
- Diameter: 23 5/8 in. 60 cm.
Provenance
Elizabeth Moss Gallery, Maine
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The shaped canvas is unlined. There is evidence of wear and handling along the edges and minor surface scuffs and soiling throughout. Upon close inspection, there are minor areas with pinpoint losses to the pigment and some minor surface accretions. There are several areas of hairline craquelure that appears to be stable, particularly visible in the areas with white pigment. There is a 2-inch diameter area of radial hairline craquelure in the lower right yellow area that appears to be stable. Under Ultraviolet light inspection there is no evidence of restoration. Unframed.
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.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.