- 115
Russian School
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Russian School
- Portrait of a young officer from the preobrazhensky regiment
- signed with artist's monogram l.l.
- oil on canvas laid on board
- 18.5 by 15cm., 7 1/4 by 6in.
Condition
The canvas has been laid on board. There is a layer of surface dirt and discoloured varnish. There is a line of craquelure running to the left of the sitter and spots of staining throughout. There are a few minor flecks of paintloss in places. UV light reveals a layer of uneven varnish, the presence of which prevents a more conclusive examination. Held in a embossed leather case with gilt detail. There is wear and loss to the leather. Unexamined out of case. The painting would benefit from a professional clean.
"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."