Lot 270
- 270
Solomon Borisovich Nikritin
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Solomon Borisovich Nikritin
- Portrait of a Man
- oil on canvas laid on panel
- 25 by 20cm, 9 3/4 by 7 3.4 in.
Provenance
Collection of A.B. Nikritina, the artist's sister, Leningrad
Phillips, Russian 20th Century and Avant-Garde Art, 27 November 1989, lot 91
Phillips, Russian 20th Century and Avant-Garde Art, 27 November 1989, lot 91
Condition
The canvas has been laid on panel and pockets of air have formed between the two layers. There is a layer of surface dirt. Inspection under UV light reveals no apparent signs of restoration. Held in a gold coloured frame with blue painted decoration. Unexamined out of frame.
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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. 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."
Catalogue Note
It has been suggested that this portrait depicts Stalin.