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Leonid Borisov
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Leonid Borisov
- Just Because
- signed and titled in Cyrillic, dated 5.II.78g and bearing various exhibition labels on the reverse
- household paint, leather handle with metal hardware, metal wire and wood on masonite
- 41 by 60cm by 5cm, 16 1/4 by 23 1/2 by 2in.
Exhibited
St Petersburg, Moscow, Frankfurt et al., Nonkonformisty: vtoroy russkiy avangard 1955-1988, 1996-1997, p.95 illustrated
Verona, L'arte vietata in URSS 1955-1988, 2000, p.196 illustrated
Bern, Avantgarde im Untergrund. Russische Nonkonformisten aus der Sammlung Bar-Gera, 2005, p.125 illustrated; p.164 listed
Ashdod, Persecuted Art & Artists under Totalitarian Regimes in Europe During the 20th Century, 2003, p.234 illustrated; p.276 listed
Verona, L'arte vietata in URSS 1955-1988, 2000, p.196 illustrated
Bern, Avantgarde im Untergrund. Russische Nonkonformisten aus der Sammlung Bar-Gera, 2005, p.125 illustrated; p.164 listed
Ashdod, Persecuted Art & Artists under Totalitarian Regimes in Europe During the 20th Century, 2003, p.234 illustrated; p.276 listed
Condition
The holes through which the metal wire is fastened are splitting and there are associated cracks to the paint layer. There are light scuffs and scratches to the surface of the wood and Masonite. There is a general layer of surface dirt with light staining in places to the frame and edges of the Masonite. There is an area of retouching to the outer right edge which is visible to the naked eye and other minor spots of retouching..
"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."