VERA EFIMOVNA PESTEL' | Composition

Sale: Phillips, London, April 2, 1990, lot 72
Acquired at the above sale by Dr. Arthur Brandt

The board is stable. There are small losses to all four corners and to the lower part of the left edge with associated scuffs. There are nicks along all four edges with associated tiny paint losses. Examination under UV light reveals small lines of retouching towards the centre of the left edge, a few spots of retouching, approx. 5 cm above the centre of the lower edge, and tiny dots of retouching towards the centre of the right edge. There are spots of fluorescence to all four corners which do not appear to be related to any retouching. There are some small areas of paint shrinkage, notably to the red pigment and a few fine lines of craquelure in places, predominately to the most thickly applied pigment. This work is in overall good condition.
"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."