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A porcelain relief "Talking to Lenin", Dulevo Manufactory, Alexey Sotnikov, 1930s
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Porcelain
- 28 by 28cm; 11 by 11in.
modelled as Vladimir Lenin talking to the people during a walk in the countryside, with artist's signature on the reverse
Condition
There are some cracks visible primarily on the reverse, especially to the ankle of Lenin.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Alexey Sotnikov (1904-1989) was one of the most renowned Soviet ceramic sculptors. In 1928-1931 he studied ceramics in VKhUTEIN in Moscow under V. Tatlin who significantly influenced Sotnikov's life and career. In the 1930s he began working for Dulevo porcelain factory where he became a Chief Artist in 1958. Sotnikov was primarily interested in the creation of tableware and figurines, which are remarkable for their monumentality, unusual for this type of plastic arts. His contribution made Dulevo porcelain world famous and Sotnikov's best known work titled "Falcon" was adapted as Dulevo factory's mark.