Lot 154
  • 154

Anatoly Zverev

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Anatoly Zverev
  • Church with a Blue Dome
  • signed with initials in Cyrillic and dated 58 l.l.
  • oil on paper
  • 59.5 by 41cm, 23 1/2 by 16 1/2 in.

Provenance

Acquired from George Costakis by the present owner in the 1970s

Condition

The sheet is discoloured in line with age and is undulating. Craquelure is visible in the impasto. There is a light layer of surface dirt and some handling marks at the edges. The sheet is attached to the mount with hinging tape in several places on the reverse. Held in a simple wooden frame behind glass. 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.
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