Oleg Grosse

Acquired directly from the artist by the parents of the present owner in 1984
Thence by descent

Head of a Blonde Woman: There are some minor bumps and nicks along the extreme edges from handling. A flattened crease is visible in the lower left corner. The picture surface is in generally good condition. Woman in a Black Turtleneck: There is old tape along the upper edge of the sheet, away from the picture plane. Aside from light staining and surface dirt from handling, the work is in generally good condition. Woman in a Red Dress: The sheet is in generally good condition with some minor abrasion along the lower right edge and right lower edge. There is a flattened horizontal crease 4 1/2 inch long along the left edge 5 inches from the top. Aside from surface dirt from handling and some minor accretions on the sitter's hands, the work is in generally good condition. Girl in a Beige Dress: The sheet is in generally good condition aside from the artist's pinhole evident in the upper right corner. Aside from surface dirt from handling the work is in generally good condition.
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.