MARC CHAGALL | "Ivan et Tsarevna sur le toit", variante de maquette pour un montant pour "L'oiseau de Feu"

Sam Laren, Stockholm
Agnes Widlund, Sweden
Ludwig Neugass, New York (by descent and sold: Doyle, New York, May 17, 1984, lot 63)
Acquired at the above sale by Dr. Arthur Brandt

Executed on cream laid paper, not laid down and attached to the backing board with tape at the upper corners. There are tape remnants to the lower and upper edges of the verso. The upper, right and lower edges are slightly unevenly cut. The sheet is slightly undulating consistent with the application of medium. There are some flecks of pigment loss in places, primarly to the yellow and the pink pigments. 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."

The authenticity of this work has kindly been confirmed by the Comité Chagall.