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Lev Tchistovsky
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Lev Tchistovsky
- A Pair of Nudes
- one signed in Latin and inscribed Paris l.r.; the other signed in Latin and inscribed Paris t.r.
- charcoal and pastel on paper
- each sheet: 46.5 by 61cm, 18 1/2 by 24in.
Provenance
Acquired by the present owner in the 1980s
Condition
The edges are slightly uneven. There is some paper loss to the bottom and left edges of the work with the nude looking out at the viewer. The top edge of this work is also undulating slightly. There are minor tears to the edges of both sheets. There is scattered staining as well as discolouration from the mount. There are spots of foxing. The sheets have discoloured in line with age and they are covered in a layer of surface dirt. Held in simple wooden frames behind glass. Unexamined out of frames.
"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."