Lot 434
  • 434

Nikolai Georgievich Kotov

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Nikolai Georgievich Kotov
  • Summer heatwave
  • signed and titled in Cyrillic on reverse
  • oil on cardboard
  • 72 by 62.8cm., 28 1/4 by 24 3/4 in.

Condition

The board is warped. There are two vertical tears, approximately 110mm and 50mm to the upper section, a 100mm crack to the lower left corner and a 170mm crease to the lower section . The central right section has an area of paintloss. There is a layer of light surface dirt and discoloured varnish. There are some minor chips to the paintwork and handling creases. UV light reveals evidence of retouching to the damaged areas. Held in a simple gold painted wood 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."