Lot 18
  • 18

PIOTR IVANOVICH BALASHOV | Military Inspection

Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description

  • Piotr Ivanovich Balashov
  • Military Inspection
  • signed in Cyrillic and dated 1876 l.r.; further signed and inscribed 11ya Diviziya on the reverse
  • watercolour over pencil heightened with white on paper
  • 42 by 34cm, 16 1/2 by 13 1/2 in.

Condition

There is a small tear to the centre of the bottom edge. There is a light layer of surface dirt, with a few scattered spots of foxing in places. Spots of adhesive residue are visible at the edges and corners on the reverse. The sheet is hinged to the mount in two places along the top edge. Held behind Plexiglass 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."