Lot 567
  • 567

Alexander Nikolaevich Benois

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description

  • Alexander Nikolaevich Benois
  • curtain design for a production of Jeanne d'Arc au bĂ»cher at La Scala
  • signed in Latin l.r. and dated Mai 1937

  • gouache with pen and ink over pencil on paper

  • image size: 48 by 63cm., 19 by 24 3/4 in.

Condition

The sheet is slightly crinkled in places with some vertical creasing in places, which has resulted in a minor paint-loss along the crease-lines. Some small tears are visible in places along the top and top right hand edge. The paper has slightly discoloured and there are spots of staining and foxing in places throughout. Held in a gold painted wooden frame and under glass. 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."