ALEXANDER VASILIEVICH KUPRIN | Crimean Landscape

The board is bowed. The edges and corners are worn. The bottom edge is slightly uneven and there is a loss to its centre. There are further losses to the lower left and right corners, which have been reinforced, and a tiny chip to the upper right corner. The left side of the support has been damaged and shows multiple tears and creases with associated losses. There are scattered flecks of paint loss, most notably to the sky in the upper left corner, along the left edge and by the tree in the lower right quadrant. Fine craquelure is visible in places, most notably in the sky at the top left of the composition and on the wall of the house. There is a layer of surface dirt. Inspection under UV light reveals minor retouching to the damages in the corners and along the left edge. Held in a gilt 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."