Lot 476
  • 476

Sergei Alexandrovich Mako

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description

  • Sergei Alexandrovich Mako
  • Oriental scene
  • signed in Latin twice l.l.
  • oil on canvas
  • 130.8 by 183.5cm., 51 1/2 by 72 1/4 in.

Condition

Original canvas, which is very brittle and has split in places along the outer edges of the stretcher. The surface is slightly dirty, there are spots of staining in places and the varnish has discoloured. There are vertical creases throughout. There is a tear to the surface to the right of the mast, above the mast, above the net and in the top left corner and there are flecks of paint loss in places throughout. There are areas of paint shrinkage to the sky and elsewhere. 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."