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School of Pavel Filonov
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- School of Pavel Filonov
- Untitled (Multi-Figured Composition)
- watercolour on paper
- 22.5 by 26.5cm, 8 3/4 by 10 1/2 in.
Provenance
Evdokia Glebova, Filonov's sister
Galerie Gmurzynska, Cologne
Acquired from the above in 1992
Galerie Gmurzynska, Cologne
Acquired from the above in 1992
Exhibited
Cologne, Galerie Gmurzynska Pavel Filonov in the 1920s: The Physiology of Painting, 1992, no.16
Literature
Exhibition catalogue Pavel Filonov in the 1920s: The Physiology of Painting, Cologne: Galerie Gmurzynska, 1992, p.67, no.16 illustrated; p.64 listed as by Pavel Filonov
Condition
The sheet, which is hinged to the mount in the top two corners, is slightly undulating and has discoloured in line with age. There is a minor paper loss to each of the right-hand corners. There are some minor repaired tears to the centre of the left and right edges, near the upper right corner and a slight nick in the sheet towards the upper left corner. Held behind glass in a black and gold frame. Unexamined out of frame.
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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."