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Javad Mirjavadov
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Javad Mirjavadov
- Cockerel
- signed in Azeri and Cyrillic upper right
- oil on canvas
- 90 by 60cm., 35 1/2 by 23 1/2 in.
- Executed in 1984.
Condition
Original canvas. There are frame abrasions along all four edges with minor associated paint loss. The canvas is slightly buckling in the lower right. There is an area of raised craquelure to the black background next to the cockerel's right leg, which appears stable at present. There are scattered fine cracks. The surface is covered in a layer of dirt and there are spots of dirt in places. Inspection under UV light does not reveal any apparent signs of retouching. Held in a black wooden floater frame. 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."
"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."