75
Alexis Gritchenko
(Ukrainian, 1883-1977)
L\'Étoile de Mer
Estimate: $1,500-$2,500
Sold
$5,000
Live Auction
What Do You See? The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Part III
Location
Philadelphia
Size
12 1/4 x 14 in. (31.1 x 35.cm)
Description
Alexis Gritchenko
(Ukrainian, 1883-1977)
L'Étoile de Mer
oil on panel
signed Gritchenko (upper right) and illegibly titled in pencil (lower left); also signed A Gritchenko (verso)
12 1/4 x 14 in. (31.1 x 35.cm)
The Collection of Sidney Rothberg, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Condition
In overall good condition. Examination under UV light reveals slight, meticulous, inpainting along the left outer edge and at upper left along the top outer edge (likely a result from old frame rubbing). For proof, we notice slight abrasions still untouched at the bottom of the left outer edge and on the top of the right outer edge. Otherwise no other sign of inpainting. We do notice a heavy layer of old green varnish in the darker areas of the oil. Additional images available upon request.
Signature
signed Gritchenko (upper right) and illegibly titled in pencil (lower left); also signed A Gritchenko (verso)
Provenance
Provenance:Tajan, Paris, sale of February 1, 1996, lot 191.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, 73 and 187.