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Alexis Gritchenko
(Ukrainian, 1883-1977)
Assiette d\'Oursins
Estimate: $1,500-$2,500
Live Auction
What Do You See? The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Part III
Location
Philadelphia
Size
15 x 18 in. (38.1 x 45.7cm)
Description
Alexis Gritchenko
(Ukrainian, 1883-1977)
Assiette d'Oursins
oil on panel
signed Gritchenko (lower right); also signed A Gritchenko (verso)
15 x 18 in. (38.1 x 45.7cm)
The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Condition
In overall very good condition, with a shiny finish throughout. Minor scuffs visible at the center of the left outer edge as well as intermittently throughout the top outer edge. Examination under UV light confirms the presence of a thick layer of old greenish varnish throughout. No other sign of restoration. With a nicely preserved impasto. Additional images available upon request.
Signature
signed Gritchenko (lower right); also signed A Gritchenko (verso)
Provenance
Provenance:Tajan, Paris, sale of February 1, 1996, lot 190.Acquired directly from the above sale.Lot Note:To learn more about the artist, please see Lot 31. For other works by the artist in this sale, please see Lots 19, 21, 31, 35, 75 and 187.