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Krishnaji Howlaji Ara
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Krishnaji Howlaji Ara
- Untitled (Vase with Red Flowers)
- Signed 'ARA' lower left and bearing Chemould label on reverse
- Gouache on paper
- 29¼ x 21⅜ in. (74.3 x 54.2 cm.)
Provenance
Acquired from Gallery Chemould circa 1960s by Fanny and Rafo N. Ivančević
Thence by descent
Mr. Rafo N. Ivančević was the Consul-General of the Federal People’s Republic of Yugoslavia in India. He and his wife Fanny lived in Bombay from 1961 – 65. They were both art and culture enthusiasts, who befriended many artists and inaugurated a number of art exhibitions during their tenure in India.
Thence by descent
Mr. Rafo N. Ivančević was the Consul-General of the Federal People’s Republic of Yugoslavia in India. He and his wife Fanny lived in Bombay from 1961 – 65. They were both art and culture enthusiasts, who befriended many artists and inaugurated a number of art exhibitions during their tenure in India.
Condition
There is undulation in the work and a minor crease in the upper left corner. Few spots of craquelere and associated loss are visible in the red flowers, especially on the right, one with a tiny tear. Two minor spots, in the red flowers appear to have some fibrous paper accretions possibly from the time when the paint was still wet. This work has not been inspected outside its frame. Colors are slightly warmer in reality than reproduced in the catalogue.
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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.