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Krishen Khanna
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Krishen Khanna
- Betrayal of Christ
- Signed and dated ''79 / KKhanna' lower right
- Charcoal, graphite and pencil on paper
- 75.5 x 54.7 cm. (29 ⅝ x 21 ½ in.)
- Executed in 1979
Provenance
Bonhams Knightsbridge, 18 November 1999, lot 100
Condition
There is a pinhole present in the upper centre and there are light creases around the edges. Three small spots of red paint are visible in the lower left corner that are possibly inherent during the time of creation. Small spots of foxing and discolouration to the paper are visible throughout. This drawing is in good overall condition, as viewed.
"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."
Catalogue Note
This work is a preparatory drawing for Krishen Khanna's iconic painting Betrayal of Christ from 1980.