Sergei Soudeikine

Sale: Sotheby's, New York, May 6, 1970, lot 99
Acquired at the above sale by the present owner

The first: The sheet has been laid down onto a piece of cardboard. The sheet is in generally good condition. There is a black diagonal line from top left to lower right which does not appear to be part of the original composition. There is overall discoloration, especially along the edges where covered by the matte. Framed in an acid matte behind glass. The second: The sheet has been laid down onto a piece of cardboard. The sheet is in generally good condition. The gouache, especially the yellow, is heavily craqueleured and has accompanying losses. The red at the bottom left has been rubbed as well. There is overall discoloration, especially along the edges where covered by the matte. Framed in an acid matte behind glass.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Executed for Mikhail Fokine's revival of the ballet Petrouchka - scenario by Alexandre Benois and Igor Stravinsky, music by Igor Stravinsky, choreography by Mikhail Fokine, costumes and decors in the original production in 1911 by Alexandre Benois - presented at the Metropolitan Opera House, New York, in 1925.