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Jamini Roy (1887 - 1972)
Estimate
25,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Jamini Roy
- Untitled (Lava and Kusha with Valmiki and Sita)
- Signed in Bengali lower right
- Tempera on fabric laid on board
- 16 ¾ by 42¼ in. (42.5 by 106.7 cm.)
Provenance
Formerly in the collection of Marion Keller, with the American Embassy in New Delhi from 1957-59
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Christie's New York, 16 September 2009, lot 505
Condition
There is minor craquelure, watermarks and undulations present on the work. Scattered losses, wear and abrasion to the pigment is especially evident on all sides of work (possibly due to contact with an old 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.
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.
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.