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Alexei and Sergei Tkachev
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- Alexei and Sergei Tkachev
- 1000th Anniversary of the Christianization of Rus, Vyshny Volochok
- signed in Cyrillic l.r.; further signed, titled and dated 1988 on the reverse
- oil on canvas
- 83 by 103.5cm, 32 3/4 by 40 3/4 in.
Literature
A.Sidorov, Masters of Russian Impressionism, Sergei Petrovich Tkachev & Aleksei Petrovich Tkachev, Minneapolis: The Museum of Russian Art, 2002, p.156 illustrated
Condition
Original canvas. The paint surface is dirty and would benefit from a clean. There are dark flecks of media staining in places and the vanish has discoloured, with yellowed areas in the impasto. The canvas has slightly buckled on the left edge. UV light an uneven layer of discoloured varnish but no apparent signs of retouching. Held in a carved wooden frame. 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.
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
Celebrations of the 1000th anniversary of the Christianization of Rus took place from May to June 1988 to mark the introduction of Christianity by Prince Vladimir in 988. Although the event was originally planned for the church only, it turned into a state-wide affair, with many activities broadcast on national television, which was indicative of a considerable shift in Soviet policy toward religion.