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ATUL BOSE | Untitled (Set of Female Studies; One double -sided)
Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- Atul Bose
- Untitled (Set of Female Studies; One double -sided)
- Signed 'Atul Bose' lower right; Unsigned
- Pencil on paper; Ink on paper
- 14 x 8 in. (35.5 x 20.3 cm.); 11 ⅝ x 8 ½ in. (29.5 x 21.5 cm.)
Provenance
Acquired from artist's family in Calcutta in 1993
Condition
Large work: There is a tiny tear along the right edge below center and minor creasing on the upper left corner, both visible only upon very close inspection. Double sided study: Scattered spots of foxing in the work. The colors are lighter in reality than the catalogue illustration. Both works are in good condition as viewed.
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.
Catalogue Note
Atul Bose was a portrait painter from Bengal. Bose studied at the Jubilee Academy in Calcutta followed by the Royal Academy in London. He became Principal of the Calcutta Art School in 1945. Bose's lasting achievement is known to be his involvement with the (Indian) Academy of Fine Arts in Calcutta.