Semyon Faibisovich
Beauty from the Series Workers' Festive March
Property from a Private European Collection
Semyon Faibisovich
b. 1949
Beauty from the Series Workers' Festive March
signed with initials in Cyrillic and dated 88 l.r.; further signed, titled and dated on the reverse and bearing a Soviet export label on the stretcher
oil on canvas
Canvas: 127 by 200cm, 50 by 78¾in.
Original canvas. There are very minor abrasions along the edges. The surface is covered in a light layer of dirt. Inspection under UV light reveals very minor spots of retouching to the upper left corner and elsewhere to the edges. Unframed.
"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."
Faibisovich, Moscow: Regina Gallery, 2001, p.94, no.56 illustrated; p.125 listed