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Provenance

Galerie Charpentier, Paris Galerie Jacques Massol, Paris Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is scattered surface soiling. There is a 1 1/2 inch surface abrasion with associated pigment loss in the lower-center of the composition, and a 9 inch abrasion just beneath. There is a 3 inch scratch in the lower left corner. There are scratches along the bottom edge of the canvas. There are scattered surface accretions, most pronounced in the lower left quadrant. Framed. 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.

Catalog summary

Pierre Dmitrienko Untitled signed and dated 1960 oil on canvas 75 by 59 in. 190.5 by 149.9 cm. Executed in 1959-1960, this work is registered in the Pierre Dmitrienko archives under the number 59HT30. Provenance Galerie Charpentier, Paris Galerie Jacques Massol, Paris Condition This work is in good condition overall. There is scattered surface soiling. There is a 1 1/2 inch surface abrasion with associated pigment loss in the lower-center of the composition, and a 9 inch abrasion just beneath. There is a 3 inch scratch in the lower left corner. There are scratches along the bottom edge of the canvas. There are scattered surface accretions, most pronounced in the lower left quadrant. Framed. 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.