3 June 2015 Russian Art Auctions

3 June 2015

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Bosphorus Tortoise

168. PLAVINSKY, DMITRY (1937-2012)

Bosphorus Tortoise, signed, numbered "8/40" and dated 1969.

Etching on paper, 68.5 by 92 cm.
1,500-2,000 GBP


Print No. 8 from the edition of 40.

Provenance: Collection of Alexander Glezer, a renowned collector, writer and publisher.
Private collection, UK.

Authenticity of the work has been confirmed by Maria Plavinskaya, the artist's widow.


Notes on symbols:
* Indicates 5% Import Duty Charge applies.
Ω Indicates 20% Import Duty Charge applies.
§ Indicates Artist's Resale Right applies.
† Indicates Standard VAT scheme applies, and the rate of 20% VAT will be charged on both hammer price and premium.