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A group of Russian military prints, circa 1854-1858
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- paper
- each approximately 28 x 34 in., 71.1 x 86.3 cm
after designs by Adolf Ivanovich Gebens (1819-1888), depicting: the Life Guard Finland Regiment; His Majesty's Life-Guards Hussars Regiment, 1857; and, The Black Sea Cossacks Life-Guard Division, 1858; each framed and under glass
Condition
1 print framed under plexi, 2 under glass; some scattered foxing and buckling to paper throughout
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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.
Catalogue Note
The German-born Adolph Gebens achieved great success at court with his portraits and scenes of army life; the latter series served as the source for the offered lithographs. See G. Vvedenskii, Armeiskikh budnei letopisets: khudozhnik A.I. Gebens, 1819-1888, St. Petersburg, 2006.